Evidently convinced by the argument that during these tough economic times the rigid enforcement of state and local health regulations regarding the production and sale of lemonade would only further harm the already struggling local economy, Oregon's Multinomah County Chairman Jeff Cogen finally relented, allowing 7-year old entrepreneur Julie Murphy to re-open her roadside stand. Health officials had previously halted its operation when Ms. Murphy failed to produce a food-safety permit. After being threatened with a $500 fine, Ms. Murphy obediently closed up shop. The reports were not clear, but apparently before announcing his decision, Chairman Cogen assured local union officials that young Ms. Murphy had absolutely no connection with Big Lemonade.
Anyone care to guess the political party affiliation of any of the principals in this story? Save Julie Murphy, that is.
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