The Florida grocery store owner believes the coronavirus pandemic is a hoax

NAPLES, Fla. – Despite the dangers of the coronavirus pandemic, no one in a crowded supermarket in Naples wore a face mask.

That’s because Alfie Oakes, the owner of Oakes Farms – Seed to Table Market, doesn’t force customers or employees to do this.

“Customers can wear a full bodysuit, and if you’re afraid of bumping your head, wear a football helmet,” said Oakes.

In his posts on Facebook, the deadly pandemic was called a hoax. It’s a position that has cost him a contract with the Collier County School Board.

It doesn’t hurt business otherwise. His supporters continue to shop at his supermarket, where business boomed on Thursday. Seed to Table was also popular on Twitter.

“Please do your research,” said Oakes, defying all scientific research. “Please do your critical thinking and research.”

Collier County has issued a mandate for face masks. Oakes took it to court, but his lawsuit was dismissed. Gov. Ron DeSantis has not issued a mandate for face masks.

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