Gretchen Whitmer, whose aggressive lockdown measures during the COVID-19 pandemic drew a mixed reaction among state residents, will receive a "Profile in Courage" award from the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation for her actions during the crisis. Whitmer is one of seven recipients honored for displaying courage despite personal risk during the pandemic, according to the foundation. In October, the FBI and Michigan state authorities arrested 13 individuals who allegedly plotted to kidnap Whitmer in response to the lockdown measures. "She stayed focused on following the science and listening to public health experts to get the pandemic under control and start rebuilding Michigan's economy." Other recipients for the foundation’s "COVID Courage" award include former Ohio State Health Department director Amy Acton and Louisiana business owner Burnel Cotlon.

Source: Fox News May 04, 2021 20:37 UTC