The Hunger of Roy Cooper

Credit: The North State Journal

       Today, the state of North Carolina awoke with a feeling of hope, a rare feeling as of late. This feeling, however, was confidence. Business owners expected to reopen, and customers couldn't wait to get back to Carowinds. There was a small feeling that the Governor may decide to stay in Phase 2 due to the increased cases, but as a state, moving forward was a risk most business owners were willing to take. "If someone doesn't want to get COVID, they can stay home," they thought. The announcement of reopening was their last string of hope, the final hope that they could save their business. Today, however, Gov. Roy Cooper awoke with a different feeling. A feeling of hunger.

       Press sat in the conference room, awaiting the Governor's appearance. He eventually walked out. He then proceeded to say the words that had been a growing fear to most NC citizens. He explained that the state would not move forward into Phase 3. At that moment, Going Out of Business signs became a hot commodity. The press had enough news to keep them good for at least the rest of the week. But that wasn't all. Governor Cooper then shocked the state. He said that the state would actually back up farther and require masks in public.

       Here, citizens, is a perfect example of hunger. If a better food is available, it will be eaten. That's what happened here. Gov. Cooper got a taste of strong power. Power to alter the very lives of citizens everywhere. Power to decide if a business would ever open or close permanently. Power to destroy the jobs of Americans all over his state. And, NC, as they say: It is hard to go back after a taste of better. This power that the Governor has tasted is the best taste he has ever had. My advice: Don't let him taste it too much, or he just may decide to change his diet.

By MrEverything4

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