AMC Theatres to Require Guests to Wear a Mask — Lifestyle UG
AMC Theatres announced that all moviegoers must wear a mask when the movie reopens on July 15.
AMC Theatres guests will wear a mask when the movie reopens: One day after AMC CEO Adam Aron said he did not need masks as a way to avoid “political controversy,” the company changed and reversed itself.
The country’s largest cinema chain AMC Theatres announced Friday that all moviegoers must wear a mask when the movie reopens on July 15.
Immediate change of heart
On Thursday, Aron told Variety , “We don’t want to get into a political controversy, we thought it would be counterproductive if we were forced to wear a mask on people who strongly believe it doesn’t matter. We think most of the AMC guests will wear a mask. When I go to an AMC feature, I will be wearing a mask, for example. “
The use of face masks, which the Centers for Disease Control say can prevent the spread of COVID-19, has become a polarizing issue.
Despite his administration’s recommendation, President Trump refused to wear a mask in or outside the White House. Those who agree with the president are choosing not to wear one as a stand for personal freedom.
Others, including the scientific community, regard it as a civic responsibility. Masks are a small inconvenience that may protect our neighbours from the spreading coronavirus.
In a statement Friday to investors, Aron said his previous comments had triggered an unexpected setback. AMC customers called on the chief executive to take a stand on public safety.
“Accordingly, with the full support of our scientific advisors, we are reversing the trend and changing our guest mask policy.
AMC’s reopening program
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Originally published at https://lifestyleug.com on June 20, 2020.
