In 2020 face masks were mandated by certain countries as a control measure against the spread of SARS-CoV-2. As of early May 2020, 88% of the world's population lived in countries that recommend or mandated the use of masks in public. Opponents argue that masks do little to combat the virus since most people do not wear them properly. Proponents argue that a mask mandate would help stop the spread of CV19 and prevent tens of thousands of deaths.
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@8MJB4684yrs4Y
Yes, everywhere that have people, animals, etc.
@8MLCLHC4yrs4Y
I personally believe that if u have a health condition ON RECORD AND DOCTORS SAY U CANT then the masks aren’t needed/unhealthy for someone or could cause their condition to worsen then they shouldn’t be going outside and people who have it should be tested
@8M3LVWS4yrs4Y
Let the people choose because we don’t know their reasons for or for not wearing it.
@8HRGKJS4yrs4Y
If you are close or in the open
@8MFJFSB4yrs4Y
No because it's their own choice if they get the virus it is their own fault.
Deleted4yrs4Y
Just let natural selection commence.
Deleted4yrs4Y
I would say yes but it is a state right not the federal government
@8MHTXGJ4yrs4Y
Yes, but only when outside, in crowed places and if you cant social distance.
@8MNGPBQ4yrs4Y
Only if you want to if people dont want to then they dont haft to.
@8LFC6RN4yrs4Y
Although it is annoying I think we should wear a mask, but leave it up to individuals to do what they want.
@8JXHJ434yrs4Y
They should if they go into a public place or area like a store or a park
@4T7N6LB4yrs4Y
The federal government wouldn't be able to effectively enforce such a mandate. Instead, the federal government should inventivize states to implement mandates, as well as running public awareness campaigns about the benefits of masks.
@3H77TL34yrs4Y
No, each state should be able to decide based on the COVID statistics for that state.
@3BCN8LS4yrs4Y
No, the federal government should recommend it but it does not have the authority to require it. Some states may have the authority to require it and they should excersise that authority based on coronavirus severity in the state.
@8HRNBXZ4yrs4Y
Yes, if the fabric of the masks like cotton or medical cloth proves to do something
@8LF65LM4yrs4Y
It should be up to the people whether or not they have to wear a mask.
@8LVY25R4yrs4Y
No, it should be decided at state and local levels.
@8K6X5PN4yrs4Y
Yes in indoor and crowded areas where people can't distance as much and if people have certain medical conditions other should respect that.
@8PBY8XC4yrs4Y
Regardless, this issue should be handled by local governments.
@8MPMCCN4yrs4Y
@8KX67Q94yrs4Y
No, it should be up the local and state governments.
@8P28PK84yrs4Y
Yes, but only for indoor use and make a exception for people with medical conditions
@8MJDNHX4yrs4Y
Yes, but only when you are near people and not taking distancing.
@8MNYYT44yrs4Y
Depends on the area(supermarkets, gyms, etc.)
@8H4DF7B4yrs4Y
Yes but only if within six feet of each other.
@8MKXQ544yrs4Y
Yes, but for people who have serious medical conditions and cannot there should be more options, and we should have people that get their groceries and stuff for them. Otherwise yes.
@BaylorBlum4yrs4Y
No If your county wants to make a mask mandate but overall it is your body your choice
@shadowaqui4yrs4Y
Yes, but if come up negative, they shouldn't have to. Masks do not protect us from COVID. They just prevent people from spreading it.
@8LMRGRB4yrs4Y
Yes, but only in crowded areas and not if they are around family
@8L2V9K84yrs4Y
The government is not actually allowed to “make” us wear the masks, my answer is no, it is a violation of our freedoms.
@8HK67RX4yrs4Y
Yes; a federal mask mandate will help stop the virus spread
@6NDPGVB4yrs4Y
Yes, and the government should provide masks for free to everyone.
@897TFQ94yrs4Y
The government should strongly recommend it but not require it
@767Y4794yrs4Y
Yes, but states should be the ones making the policy.
@7TQDRMF4yrs4Y
No, but the State governments should.
@78S5M874yrs4Y
Let it be up to businesses, school district etc.
@78S5M874yrs4Y
Let it be up to businesses
@75P4P5Z4yrs4Y
Leave this matter up to local communities
@7W3SBDC4yrs4Y
This is a state issues. The President should be high reassuring high rate state Governors to do this.
@78S5M874yrs4Y
Let the business decide their own safety measures and policies.
@874GD8G4yrs4Y
No, federal governments should recommend it but ultimately leave it to the states.
@86N5Z354yrs4Y
No, the government should recommend it but not require it. Only state governments can implement a mask mandate.
@86N5Z354yrs4Y
No, the federal government should recommend it but not require it. Only state governments can implement a mask mandate.
@88TNS444yrs4Y
No, the executive branch does not have the authority to create laws. The judicial branch must first pass a law requiring masks during a pandemic before any such mandate could be constitutionally enforced.
@8CGYZ9B4yrs4Y
Yes, but only if they provide enough masks for everyone.
@8CLVKTG4yrs4Y
Yes, provide a mask mandate, but do not enforce it via fines and laws. Let businesses enforce it if they desire.
@8CR26564yrs4Y
it depends on their health and disabilities.
@7PTCG384yrs4Y
Yes, if they are not fully vaccinated against Covid-19
@7PTCG384yrs4Y
Yes, if they are not fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Individuals should carry their full vaccination card with them at all times in case they need to show proof.
@7PTCG384yrs4Y
Yes, if they are not fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Individuals should carry their full vaccination card with them in case they need to show proof.
@7PTCG384yrs4Y
Yes, if they are not fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Individuals should carry their full vaccination card with them in case they need to show proof
@7PTCG383yrs3Y
Yes, but only for those who are not fully vaccinated
@7PTCG383yrs3Y
Yes, for individuals who are not fully vaccinated against the Covid-19 virus
@7PTCG383yrs3Y
Yes, but only for those who are not fully vaccinated against the Covid-19 virus
@7PTCG383yrs3Y
Yes, within hospitals and medical offices as well as on public transportation, and in all public settings for those who are not fully vaccinated
@7PTCG383yrs3Y
Yes, when indoors or in crowded areas, and in all public settings for those who are not fully vaccinated
@7PTCG383yrs3Y
Yes, but only indoors in public areas if a person is not fully vaccinated
@8FG75SF4yrs4Y
This decision should be left to the States. They are more equipped to understand the particulars of their situation. States should require masks indoors and in crowded areas.
@8H34RRF4yrs4Y
yes but only indoors, crowded areas or people with medical conditions
@8HCP69Y4yrs4Y
yes but only in crowded places
@8H9ZM8H4yrs4Y
No, this is a state issue.
@8HJHKC74yrs4Y
no, only for people who legitimately have the virus
@8HJ6WYW4yrs4Y
Masks are proven to be ineffective, it should not be a requirement but an option especially to those who are medically inclined
@8HJ6ZY74yrs4Y
No, the federal government can recommend it or even give out small bonuses to states with mask mandates, but this should be decided by each state. I would care for a mask mandate in my state, however
@8HM9QRF4yrs4Y
Yes, unless you have something that makes it hard to breath even without a mask.
@8HQTH284yrs4Y
Yes, if there is no room for social distancing and it's a crowed place.
@8HQ9QYQ4yrs4Y
You should have a mask if you do experience any allergies or symptoms close to or of the virus. If you are good as new and there is nothing wrong, it is other people's faults for not wearing the mask if they get it from you, it is your own safety.
@8HPZYH54yrs4Y
Allow states and cities to decide this for themselves
@8HVK3VK4yrs4Y
it's really up to us it's our 1st amendment right to wear what we want it's our freedom of speech
@8HWKHXD4yrs4Y
Yes, but the federal government has to provide the face masks since it is a government mandate.
@8HQ887F4yrs4Y
No, this should be on a regional/local basis for places where there is high demand for mask requirements but otherwise it must be a personal decision.
@8HVQ8RT4yrs4Y
Unless all people are confirmed COVID-19 negative, masks should be mandated.
@8HX8RCZ4yrs4Y
No, Face masks don't really help with keeping the virus away from us
@8HVS6WN4yrs4Y
No we should let virus run natural course and if government wants it should recommend not require
@8J2Z6994yrs4Y
You should be wear them in crowded places or indoors. Also the government should recommend it but not require it.
@8J2QWGS4yrs4Y
90% of the people who wear masks get Covid-19 so no
@8J2RBYQ4yrs4Y
Yes, except for nonessential places that if they are scared then they don't need to come.
@8JGSKD54yrs4Y
if researches say they do not help then no
@8JRGWTX4yrs4Y
No, masks just trap the bacteria and viruses in our lungs and make us sicker
@8JMDM4L4yrs4Y
yes only until a vaccine is made.
@8JSD57W4yrs4Y
No, this is unconstitutional
@8JXC89N4yrs4Y
No everyone has a choice and personally I belive it doesn't protect anything.
@8JVK2JF4yrs4Y
I think it should be mandatory for everyone to do their part and be considerate due to COVID having the potential to cause death. Although I hate to say it, masks should be enforced in public areas with large crowds to assure public safety, only acceptation being valid medical reasons.
@8K4M2BX4yrs4Y
If people have a medical issue that makes then vernrable they should have to wear a mask if not then it should be optional
@8JXQPWY4yrs4Y
Yes, if we do this it should reduce the amount of time we have to wear them
@8KDPRPR4yrs4Y
No, the government should allow businesses, restaurants, or other establishments to decide if they want people wearing masks or not.
@8KRP22Z4yrs4Y
No, it should be up to local government
@8KTPDNH4yrs4Y
The federal government should not but the state should.
@8L3W9MQ4yrs4Y
I am a very strong believer in herd immunity
@8L6JVDH4yrs4Y
yes, and no excuses should be made against it. if you can't wear a mask due to a "medical Condition" then don't go out in public, stay at home.
@8LDS5C74yrs4Y
@8LCBZPW4yrs4Y
No, but should say you should
@8LJD4FT4yrs4Y
Yes, but especially indoor places
@8LNKYRK4yrs4Y
Yes, but only indoors or crowded areas and if near someone
@8LPQ75J4yrs4Y
people that are concerned about getting sick or have health issues should
@8LN4JNK4yrs4Y
Yes of course but maybe if our president wore a mask 24/7 he can be used as an example to go by
@8LY27ZJ4yrs4Y
no because all it is is the flue on crack practically.
@8M3JMYS4yrs4Y
@8LZKM6T4yrs4Y
Yes but lets face it who is gong to be able to enforce. Police have enough on their plate as is. Common sense is this even if done won't solve the problem of self centered individuals.
