The protestors in Michigan and other places claimed they didn't need the government to keep them safe, and that their common sense would keep them safe. Narrator voice: The lack of masks and social distancing during the protests proved they didn't actually know how to keep themselves safe.
Well, I can tell for sure won't work: ignoring them. Failing to address the disparities between areas and being heavy handed with the lock down is being seen as a 'let them eat cake' attitude towards the public. They're not asking for handouts - they want to work. The State using its authority to prevent you from earning a living can only fly for so long.