Has the population figured out how serious the crash is yet?

[keehah]

Just some direct intel fwiw.

Went for coffee at a chain place and happened to sit down near the local manager(s) (Asian) having a conversation with regional manager (old White guy) who traveled here from the city.

Telling the local managers they are expecting 'very severe ecomonic times' over the next few years (but expects their business to survive).
Also saying he expects more indoor seating bans to come for the restaurant business.
15-20% downsize in their business over the next few years.
Telling managers to follow all the new rules.
"Be very progressive following the [new] rules". ~'If you have to fire someone for not following the new rules be angry with them for making you do it, you will sleep better at night.'