It’s not BS from Rhode Island to Maine today. If Boston hadn’t banned driving, the plows wouldn’t be able to clear the roads because of all of the stuck cars.
If you remember the ‘78 blizzard, Boston and Providence were paralyzed for over a week. So... It was probably better to err on the side of caution.
I’m headed out to clear 2.5 feet of snow from my driveway.
I think I didn’t express myself right. My apologies.
I am NOT bashing government for being prepared to clear roads, close schools, etc. That is a legitimate activity.
I am only trying to put out the idea that government is often quite wrong and the resilience and ability of the citizenry to take care of themselves is too often ignored.
If I look out the door and see 4 feet of snow, I am staying home. If I get a call from my neighbor two miles down the road telling me his streets are clear, I might try to work my way out.
Point is, this is none of the government’s business.