In case you’ve been speeding through life, daylight savings time kicks in the first weekend in March. While it’s true ending Daylight Savings Time (DST) could disrupt many aspects of daily life and cause economic issues, Daylight Savings Time may improve health problems, such as engaging people in outdoor activities rather than staying inside and not being productive in any form.
Daylight Savings Time, initially known as “War Time”, is based on the Standard Time Act of 1918 which gave the government the power to standardize time throughout the U.S. The Chamber of Commerce was the largest supporter of DST. Businesses that benefit from increased consumer activity during longer daylight hours such as restaurants, and retail stores may experience customer loss. The last thing we need as a society is to be less wise and instead be more productive with DST.
The transition between standard time and DST may create hardships, but it’s about what you’re willing to do with your time. I support the DST.
