Consider This from NPR Pfizer's Fully-Approved Shot Opens The Door To More Mandates
Aug 25, 2021
Following the FDA's full approval of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine, major institutions like New York City and Goldman Sachs swiftly rolled out vaccine mandates. As vaccination rates rise, some businesses are offering cash incentives, while others impose surcharges on unvaccinated employees. A compelling discussion emerges on the need for federal mandates in air travel, balancing personal freedoms with public health. The societal debate intensifies as different strategies spark conversations on individual choice versus collective safety.
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Vaccination Rates Increase
- Vaccination rates increased nationwide, with 6 million shots administered in the last seven days.
- Four states with the lowest rates, Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi, saw increased vaccinations.
Mandates and FDA Approval
- FDA approval might encourage more vaccine mandates but isn't legally essential.
- Courts had upheld employer mandates even before full approval, with some already requiring vaccines.
Dr. Bronner's Incentive Program
- Dr. Bronner's offers $1,000 bonuses instead of mandating vaccines to avoid negative reactions.
- The CEO, David Bronner, respects mandates but prefers incentives given the company's culture and financial capacity.