Same with my governor. Almost every governor.
Compelling a rational thinking human being to wear a mask is as stupid as compelling the same to be prohibited from wearing one.
Thiinking only counts when people have the facts to think about. The facts show that masks reduce spread. The facts also show that herd imnunity will be created with or without masks. There should be a choice like you say. But the choice should be based on full knowledge.
The facts also show it may increase the spread. Are you aware of that? The research is out there. You'll have no problem finding it. Actually, you can find a lot of information at the article for this thread.