During the Wexford County Board of Commissioners meeting on January 2, 2024, a passionate plea for medical freedom took center stage. Patrick Meyer, a local resident from Cadillac, urged the board to adopt a resolution similar to one passed in Livingston County, aimed at safeguarding individual rights amid ongoing health mandates.

Meyer expressed deep concerns about the implications of recent health policies, particularly in light of allegations from a group of attorneys known as the Freedom Counsel. They claim that patients may have received COVID-19 vaccinations without their knowledge while under sedation in hospitals. "That's kinda creepy, if that's true," Meyer stated, highlighting the need for transparency and accountability in healthcare practices.

He further warned of a potential resurgence of lockdowns and mask mandates, drawing parallels to previous responses to health crises. "Everything starts in California and ends this way," he cautioned, referencing a recent state of emergency declared by the California governor.

Meyer’s remarks were underscored by a call to action for the board to resist what he described as "tyranny" and to exercise good judgment in protecting local freedoms. He referenced a 2010 document from the Rockefeller Foundation, suggesting it outlined strategies for controlling populations during health emergencies, which he believes is being realized through current events.

The discussion reflects growing tensions around public health measures and individual rights, as local leaders weigh the implications of such resolutions in the face of ongoing health challenges. The board's response to Meyer’s request remains to be seen, but the meeting highlighted a significant community concern regarding medical autonomy and governance.