Political Rewind: Small Businesses Navigate Hazardous Road Through Crisis

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A no-touch thermometer device sits at the ready for customers picking up orders at the Crazy Cuban restaurant near midtown Atlanta. / GPB News

Tuesday on Political Rewind, small businesses weather the storm during the coronavirus crisis. How are Georgia’s stores, bars, restaurants, cinemas and bookstores handling the current situation?

Gov. Brian Kemp announced the easing of restrictions on some businesses across the state and said the action will provide crucial relief from some of the economic hardships brought on by the pandemic. As those changes take effect, how are businesses reacting and what concerns do they have for the future?

Panelists:

Christopher Escobar - Owner, Plaza Theatre

Brad Evans - Co-owner, The Society Garden

Bunnie Hilliard - Owner, Brave + Kind Bookshop

Tamar Hallerman - Senior Reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution