Former Minnesota bar owner Lisa Zarza recently blasted Democratic vice-presidential candidate Tim Walz for his handling of COVID-19 policies as governor of the state. Zarza opened up about the devastating impact Walz’s policies had on her business, which ultimately led her to file for bankruptcy.
In an interview with Fox News’ Todd Piro, Zarza criticized Walz for allowing large stores like Target and Walmart to remain open ahead of Black Friday while forcing small businesses to shut down. She claimed that Walz prioritized these larger businesses over small businesses like hers.
“He was looking out for the big people. He wasn’t looking out for the small businesses of Minnesota,” Zarza stated. “He talks about being so small-minded for small business – that’s not who this man is.”
Zarza went on to reveal that her food and liquor licenses were revoked for defying Walz’s orders to shut down. She also shared that she was fined a staggering $300,000. When asked about her reaction to Harris choosing Walz as her running mate, Zarza broke down in tears.
“When I heard the news I started crying. I thought I was maybe gonna have a heart attack,” Zarza emotionally recalled. “Not only did he destroy the state of Minnesota, but he was now gonna have a hand in destroying our country.”
Zarza continued to criticize Walz for his lack of concern for small businesses and his apparent focus on serving the interests of big corporations. She also expressed her belief that Walz only cares about lining his own pockets.
“He doesn’t look out for the citizens. He doesn’t look out for us. He looks out for big corporations, the big stores – people feeding his pockets,” Zarza stated. “That’s not who Tim Walz is. He’s not some local farmer from Minnesota.”
Walz’s COVID-19 policies included strict stay-at-home orders, social distancing rules, mask mandates, and a hotline for reporting violations. In May 2021, Walz announced his plan to gradually lift these restrictions, as reported by CBS News.
Despite Walz’s claims to have the best interests of Minnesotans at heart, Zarza’s story serves as evidence of the damaging consequences of his policies. As she shared her experience of being forced to close her business and move to Wisconsin, it is clear that Walz’s actions have had a profound and lasting impact on the lives of many small business owners.
In light of these revelations, it is concerning that Harris would choose Walz as her running mate. Zarza’s heartfelt plea to not let Walz have a hand in destroying the country serves as a stark warning of the potential consequences of his policies on a national scale. It is clear that Walz’s priorities lie with serving the interests of big corporations, rather than the well-being of the American people.