Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

TexasTowelie

(116,516 posts)
Sun Apr 19, 2020, 01:28 AM Apr 2020

New Mexico businesses itch to reopen, but state insists it's still too soon

LAS CRUCES - During a week when people in New Mexico and nationwide have begun to call for businesses to reopen amid the coronavirus pandemic, it's not looking like New Mexico public health orders will become more flexible anytime soon.

Some small business owners have urged Democratic Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham to reopen businesses that have been deemed non-essential as jobless claims rise and owners lose revenue.

In response to the White House's plan to look at reopening the American economy, Lujan Grisham issued a statement Thursday saying it was too soon.

"We appreciate their suggestions, and we will evaluate them thoroughly, but the plain overriding fact is we cannot put the cart before the horse," she said. "As CDC, FEMA, and public health experts across the country have made clear, we are not at a point currently where it would be safe to reopen."

Read more: https://www.lcsun-news.com/story/news/2020/04/17/coronavirus-covid-19-new-mexico-businesses-reopen/5145526002/
(Las Cruces Sun-News)

2 replies = new reply since forum marked as read
Highlight: NoneDon't highlight anything 5 newestHighlight 5 most recent replies
New Mexico businesses itch to reopen, but state insists it's still too soon (Original Post) TexasTowelie Apr 2020 OP
Personally, I think the liquor stores should reopen. PoindexterOglethorpe Apr 2020 #1
Liquor stores and marijuana dispensaries should be open. TexasTowelie Apr 2020 #2

PoindexterOglethorpe

(26,608 posts)
1. Personally, I think the liquor stores should reopen.
Sun Apr 19, 2020, 02:02 AM
Apr 2020

Other than that, I'm happy to be in a state that has done a good job of closing what should be closed.

Oh, and I can purchase plenty of alcohol at grocery stores and pharmacies. Unlike the unfortunate citizens of Pennsylvania.

TexasTowelie

(116,516 posts)
2. Liquor stores and marijuana dispensaries should be open.
Sun Apr 19, 2020, 02:10 AM
Apr 2020

What the hell are people supposed to do during this time anyways? Yes, people here on DU and posting the late night comedy show clips and music videos, but even that only provides a limited social outlet. I'll occasionally walk around the apartment complex or ride my bike, but if this drags on for several more months then I will go bonkers.

Latest Discussions»Region Forums»New Mexico»New Mexico businesses itc...