Consider This from NPR Will A Federal Mandate Make The Difference For Unvaccinated Americans?
Sep 13, 2021
The podcast dives into President Biden's bold federal vaccine mandate for large employers amid the COVID-19 surge. Experts discuss the urgency of such mandates and their potential to shift vaccination rates. It also explores the complex dynamics of enforcing these rules in a divided political climate. Industry leaders share insights on the challenges of implementation, stressing the need for a unified approach. Additionally, the conversation highlights the importance of collective responsibility as the nation approaches holiday gatherings.
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Existing Mandates
- Some large companies already require employee vaccination or weekly testing.
- These include United Airlines, Disney, Tyson Foods, and Fox News.
Mandate Backlash
- Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson believes a federal mandate will increase vaccine resistance.
- He feels it hinders his efforts to persuade Arkansans.
Necessity of Mandates
- Zeke Emanuel believes mandates are necessary when voluntary efforts fail.
- He cites the need for drafts even in just wars to illustrate this point.