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State Sen. Torrey Westrom (R-Elbow Lake) supports Shady's Hometown Tavern, along with other small businesses that said they would be safely reopening before the June 1 date Gov. Tim Walz chose, according to a press release.

“I joined other elected officials who stopped by to show their support and solidarity," Westrom said in the press release. "We wanted to stand up for the rights and freedoms this country was built upon, as every elected official swears to uphold our constitutional rights when we take the oath of office. It’s extremely disappointing to see the Attorney General, who is supposed to be the defender of constitutional rights, threatening to destroy local business owners for trying to earn a living."

Westrom said people across the state are struggling without jobs and falling into concern and depression.

"The executive branch is showing their hand now," Westrom said in the press release. "Everyone wants to stay safe and care for their neighbors. Minnesotans are capable of evaluating this responsibility, while safely reopening small businesses. Every customer should be free to decide to stay at home or walk in as they choose."