Social media reacts to Missouri Gov. Mike Parson's COVID-19 vaccine incentive lottery

Missouri Gov. Mike Parson announced a COVID-19 vaccine incentive program on Wednesday as the state is dealing with a surge of cases and hospitalizations.

State residents who get the vaccine could win $10,000 in cash or $10,000 toward education savings under the new plan. The program is administered by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services in partnership with the Missouri Lottery.

Reaction to the new plan on social media was immediate.

“Winners will be all Cattle herders from Sedalia, Mexico and Poplar Bluff you know it…. I know it….,” wrote one user on Twitter.

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