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In reply to the discussion: Annual Sturgis rally expecting 250K, stirring virus concerns [View all]Docreed2003
(16,906 posts)6. "Will offer businesses a chance to make up for loses from coronavirus"
That is why they are doing this. I understand the appeal of Sturgis and what that must mean to the local economy but it is a sad statement on our national response, or lack thereof, that communities are willing to put themselves and others around the country at risk, just to host their event. This will be a disaster long term. Prime example of why we can't get this crap under control in our country
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Allegedly, these are the turd's people. These are his "muscle", beer bellies notwithstanding...
not_the_one
Aug 2020
#70
Biker rallies all over the country have cancelled. Some states should restrict travel to stop groups
brewens
Aug 2020
#3
Your last sentence nails it. I'm sorry for the puss oozing out of the band aid 45 has ripped off.
Evolve Dammit
Aug 2020
#64
"businesses pressured the City Council to proceed" Well, fuck the businesses. We could easily...
TreasonousBastard
Aug 2020
#4
People under their own free will can choose to do a lot of stupid things-- that's why we have...
TreasonousBastard
Aug 2020
#32
If I lived in Stugis, I'd be packing for a two week stay up in the wilderness.
marble falls
Aug 2020
#18
I get the feeling it may not be a bust, but I bet it hits around "only" 100,000.
marble falls
Aug 2020
#48
"Business pressure" once again will be the reason for another spike in cases.
BigmanPigman
Aug 2020
#61