Joe Biden Inauguration Day boom vanishes due to lockdown
Between coronavirus lockdowns and the deadly insurrection at the Capitol on Jan. 6, the National Mall is closed, indoor dining at restaurants is prohibited and stores are boarded up. Opportunities for an inaugural economic boost have vanished. “During more normal times, inaugurations present a tremendous opportunity for businesses, especially those in hospitality — restaurants, hotels, catering companies and many others,” Jack McDougle, president and CEO of the Greater Washington Board of Trade, said Tuesday in an email. “Unfortunately, these companies are already amongst those strugg...
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