While certain governors and local officials disrupt effective control of the COVID pandemic with their politically-motivated, anti-science rhetoric and policies, many private companies have taken a responsible stance, mandating vaccination for their employees.
In this "land of the free," some may object to such mandates, arguing that personal freedom is more important than public health. In essence, they are implying that individuals have the right to spread a potentially deadly infection to fellow employees and patrons.
By contrast, those who manage private companies understand that workplace safety is vital to the success of their business. Employees and customers are more comfortable in that setting, employee illness is far less likely to disrupt services and, most importantly, needless hospitalization and death are avoided. Of course, those who decline the vaccine are free to resign, a personal freedom that does not pose a risk to other members of society.
