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Wearing a mask lets everybody know that we are still in the midst of a very dangerous pandemic. It shows me that you take it seriously. It shows me who takes responsibility for the well-being of their fellow citizens and who doesn't.

So even if it serves no practical purpose, it still serves a very important ritualistic purpose.

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I’m all for caution and taking safety protocol seriously in the midst of such a situation…but jeez, this thing has morphed into a religion for some people.

I’m not sure if it’s sarcasm, so I’ll politely ask…Are you really judging who “takes responsibility for the well-being of their fellow citizens and who doesn't” by mask wearing, at a time when we have widespread availability of Covid vaccines and treatments?

Choosing not to play part in what has become political theater has zero relevance to my civic duty.

A cloth mask for you does the same as a blanket for a child. It provides a false sense of security and is a breeding ground for bacteria.

In all honesty, are you serious?

Surely it's obvious.

But giving the false impression that we're in the midst of a very dangerous pandemic is a bad thing.

Wearing a mask lets everyone know what team you're on.

This allows people to disrespect others with an easily visible item.

It also allows the powers that be to think they are in control and doing something useful.

I think that the powers that be are more interested in convincing us that they are in control and doing something useful.

I'd rather breathe more easily.

You almost got me, friend, with these platitudes. Almost. First class right here!

perfect bait, well done.

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