Newsom’s Absurd Thanksgiving Rules

This Thanksgiving, Californians have a variety of onerous government restrictions to be thankful for. Near the top of the list (right under worship bans) come the restrictions on Thanksgiving itself.

The California Department of Public Health’s latest “Guidance for Private Gatherings” imply the state is now the head of your household.

Here are some mandatory highlights:
 

• “All gatherings must be held outside.”
• “Gatherings that include more than 3 households are prohibited.”
• “As much as possible, any food or beverages at outdoor gatherings must be in single-serve disposable containers. If providing single-serve containers is not possible, food and beverages must be served by a person who washes or sanitizes their hands frequently, and wears a face covering.”

And here are some recommendations and concessions: