Republican Governors Oppose WHO’s Proposed Pandemic Agreement

The Republican governors of two dozen states, including Georgia and South Carolina, are taking a stand against the World Health Organization’s proposed “Pandemic Agreement.” In a joint letter to President Joe Biden, these state executives argue that the agreement could undermine national sovereignty and states’ rights.

The governors express concerns that the proposed treaty would give the WHO unprecedented power, allowing it to establish a global surveillance infrastructure and potentially censor free speech. They believe that the WHO could become a global authority in public health, with the ability to dictate responses to public health emergencies in member nations.

In Georgia, a recent nonbinding vote in the Republican primary showed overwhelming opposition to giving international organizations like the WHO complete control over future pandemics and the authority to regulate healthcare and personal health choices. While the vote is not legally binding, it could influence legislative action in the state.

Governors from Alabama, Florida, Texas, and other states joined in signing the letter, expressing their concerns about the potential erosion of state sovereignty and the role of elected representatives in setting public health policies. They believe that citizens should not be compelled to comply with WHO directives, including potential mandates regarding medical treatments.

The governors are calling on President Biden to reject the proposed Pandemic Agreement and uphold the principles of national sovereignty and states’ rights in public health matters. Their united front demonstrates a strong opposition to international organizations gaining excessive control over domestic health policies.