Internet backs Tomi Lahren as she slams new climate regulation, calls it ‘crackdown on pizzerias’ in NYC

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Conservative commentator Tomi Lahren recently found herself at the center of a controversy after expressing her views on new climate regulations affecting pizzerias in New York City.

In a segment on Fox News, Lahren criticized the regulations as misplaced priorities, suggesting that they would drive businesses out of the city and into more conservative-leaning states like Florida, Tennessee, and Texas.

Lahren criticizes NYC's climate regulations impacting pizzerias

Lahren's comments came in response to a newly-approved plan requiring wood and coal-fired stoves in pizzerias to cut carbon emissions by 75%. Over 100 iconic pizzerias in the city could potentially be forced out of business due to the new regulation, sparking concerns among both business owners and pizza enthusiasts alike.

According to Fox News, a prominent figure in the New York City pizza scene, Paul Giannone, also known as Paulie Gee, voiced his dismay over the regulation, describing it as a threat to the unique charm of wood-fired pizza restaurants.

"This regulation will go a long way to put an end to charming wood-fired pizza restaurants in New York City,"

The regulation, set to take effect on April 27, targets restaurants with cook stoves installed before May 2016. It mandates the installation of filters and requires regular inspections of carbon emissions by hired engineers.

While proponents argue that the measures are necessary to combat climate change and reduce pollution, critics like Lahren question their effectiveness and potential impact on businesses.

Lahren sparks debate over government regulation and economic prosperity

Lahren's remarks ignited a debate over the role of government regulation in addressing environmental concerns and its potential repercussions for small businesses. She framed the issue as emblematic of broader ideological differences, portraying the regulation as a manifestation of the left's supposed overreach and disregard for economic prosperity.

She said, "But when you've got New York City, which is a sanctuary for illegal immigrants, criminal illegal immigrants, and you've got all these people flocking to New York City, taking advantage of the resources, taking advantage of the system, also in areas that are underserved when they want to talk about climate justice, talk about the areas that are already under resourced and underserved, minority communities, low income communities."

She continued, "And now you're telling me that the best way to solve the problems, the best way to prioritize New Yorkers and their justice of any sort is to crackdown on pizzerias and what they use to cook their pizza? I mean, it's mind boggling here that they can even put these edicts out without feeling totally and completely ridiculous just saying them. But like I said, if you're a business owner, you're a pizza lover, come to a great free red state, vote Republican. I promise you we will not go after your pizza ovens and we will not go after your freedoms.”

In the midst of this debate, the fate of New York City's iconic pizzerias hangs in the balance. As the April 27 deadline approaches, business owners and policymakers alike grapple with the complex challenge of balancing environmental responsibility with economic viability.

Public outcry and opposition to NYC's climate regulation

The comments from users reflect a broader sentiment of frustration and skepticism towards the perceived overreach of government regulation, particularly when it comes to seemingly trivial targets such as pizzerias.

One user wrote, "The republican candidate for president can’t even own a pizzeria in NYC…"

Another added, "The Left/Dems need to stay away from our homes, out of our kitchens, away from our cars, furnaces & freedoms."

One user commented, "Fairly certain that NY city pizzerias aren’t the reason for climate change."

One user replied, "And there ya have it! They did. They'll soon find out all this "green new deal" stuff won't work and all those dollars were wasted."

One added, "Suggest going back to the Stone Age."

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