A Statement from CF&P on COVID-19

In these extraordinary times, we at the Center for Freedom & Prosperity hope that you and your loved ones are well.

As believers in the importance of individual liberty, it is incumbent on each of us to take responsibility for the welfare of our communities by taking appropriate precautions to safeguard the health of not just our families, but all with whom we may come in contact. That means responsible social distancing to slow the spread of COVID-19 and prevent our brave health care providers from becoming overwhelmed.

Even as we all do our part to mitigate the toll of the pandemic, life must also go on as much as possible. At CF&P, we recognize that moments of crisis are often when our liberties are most threatened, and we are working to ensure that lawmakers not seize new powers as they consider relief to protect businesses that have been forced to close, along with the workers who have already lost their jobs as a consequence.

Now, after early delays, the government is allowing the private sector to do what it does best and mobilize to solve a pressing problem.  Car manufacturers are converting their plants to produce ventilators and masks, brewers are making hand sanitizer, and private labs are creating better testing kits. Individuals are also stepping up with charitable donations of time and money.

The resilience of our private institutions and the prosperity they create are what will ultimately see us through this. It is our duty to protect them so they can continue to benefit future generations.

We hope you will continue to follow our coverage of these and other issues surrounding the outbreak here.

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