Texas opened up because after being cold, hungry, and without power for 2 weeks, the people decided enough was enough and did what they wanted. Abbott wheeled out there to try and take credit for people rejecting the government's authority. It's all a show, these governors only have as much authority as people are willing to give them and the people can and will take it back under the right circumstances. Stop listening to them, take off your mask, open your business, and enjoy life.