Posted on 04/15/2020 4:33:59 AM PDT by gattaca
Embattled Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer picked an odd time to attack the state’s DeVos family, a founder of the giant Amway health, beauty, and home care firm that has been loading up the state with the personal protective equipment sought in the coronavirus crisis.
Whitmer, facing a recall movement after extending the state’s virus lockdown, lashed out at the “DeVos family” Monday, claiming that they are behind an upcoming protest from conservatives in the state.
Then today, after the family rejected the attack, she tried to play nice and issued a statement praising their firm, founded by Jay Van Andel and Rich DeVos. His son Dick, whose wife is Education Secretary Betsy DeVos, is Amway's former president and is now on the board.
On Monday, at a press conference to give an update on the virus, she slapped at the planned Wednesday protest in Lansing by the Michigan Conservatve Coalition, claiming it was funded by the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Fund.
“I also would just say, I think it is this group is funded in large part by the DeVos family and I think it’s really inappropriate for a sitting member of the United States president’s cabinet to be waging political tax on any governor, but obviously on me here at home. I think that they should disavow it and encourage people to stay home and be safe,” she said without giving any evidence linking Betsy DeVos to the group.
No apology? We all err, it's a simple test of integrity... https://t.co/OR1QXUmgs5
— Greg McNeilly (@gregmcneilly) April 14, 2020 But Freedom Fund executive director Tony Daunt rejected the claim.
He told local Fox 17 that his group put a “whopping $250” in a Facebook ad to promote the protest. “And for some reason the governor decided today to make this wild claim that the DeVos family was funding this rally and I think the Conservative Coalition and the thousands of people who have signed on to that group are offended by that. And as they should be,” he said.
The whiplash today: Whitmer issued a statement of praise for Amway’s help in stocking up the state’s medical facilities with masks, gowns and other equipment.
“Amway has really stepped up to help keep Kent County families and health care workers safe during this time. I’m eager to work with them and every other business that wants to contribute their time and machinery to helping us fight this virus. This is an all hands on deck moment for our state, and we're working with anyone and everyone to get the personal protective equipment our front line health care workers need to stay safe and save lives,” she said.
But it came with no apology to the DeVos family.
In reacting to her statement, Amway stayed positive, as always, and said, "As a family-owned company with deep Michigan roots, supporting our community has always been a priority at Amway. We are especially proud of how our employees have come together here – and around the world – to lend a hand during these challenging times."
Either Gretch or Northam.
I wonder if the people of Michigan gave any thought to electing a woman named ‘Gretchen’, or perhaps they were just trying to ‘send Trump a message’ in 2018?
Hey Gov. Feeling the heat? As you should be.
Amway is still a thing? Who knew.
Hey Gov. Feeling the heat? As you should be.
Amway is still a thing? Who knew.
It was a simple case of Republicans staying home.....
The vote totals for Hillary (2016) and Whitmer (2018) were essentially the same while Republican total in 18 was thousands less than 16. Had they voted, James would have replaced Stabenow and we might have had a different governor.....
Can citizens of other states sign the recall petition?
Good !
“That will put Ga. mental giant Stacey Abrams up a notch. Heaven help us!”
Compared to Half Whitmer, Stacey Abrams is a genius.
Whitmer is liberal Nazi storm trooper, but dumber than a box of hair.
Foot in mouth disease is real, yes, WhitmerIdiot?
Likely Biden VP
Whitmer; another neurotic psychotic leftist without a clue.
They are a dime a dozen everywhere now - unfortunately.
Plus of course being a leftist practically screams below average intelligence.
Biden/Whitmer 2020
Three Big Boobs
George Romney, father of Willard Mitt-Witt Romney, was the governor of Michigan.
Of course not. Progressive loons never apologize as they are convinced beyond all doubt that the poor benighted fools that elected them are like children needing direction.
I have a dear friend who is following this group on Facebook. It will be a Blue-Collar Rebellion. In this parade will be Cement Trucks, Hi-Lo's and every other vehicle that working men and women operate most with plates. Apparently their is a trucking firm that has more rigs than drivers and he is asking this group, if you have a valid CDI and you want to drive one up to Lansing, contact me. I can't go, however I know the Detroit Attitude of Michigander's aka don't **** with me, I think Gretchen bit off more than she can chew, my gut is telling me this protest will be epic. Now if the State Police try to shut down the roads near the State House, it wouldn't surprise me if they get out, violate the contact rules and give her the metaphorical Italian Salute as they all gather on the grass area in front of the State House.
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