There is no grand conspiracy around the mask guidelines; just the typical incompetence we should all expect by now from the government.
COVID-19 spreads via respiratory droplets. There’s plenty of research done on that front. A well made, properly worn mask helps reduce the volume and range of respiratory droplets. I’ve linked to research on that. President Trump has also stated specifically that it’s a good idea to wear masks when the situation is appropriate. That situation is when you’re in a public place that’s indoors.
Yes, SARS-CoV-2 is real. Yes, it actually does spread. Yes, some people (not everyone, but enough to pay attention to it) are dying. No, it’s not the end of the world. And yes, President Trump’s vaccine initiative will put an end to all the shutdowns, masks, social distancing etc.
I support President Trump’s strategy here. I think he’s done a great job, I think he’s saving a lot of American lives, and I think he’s doing wonders to help his re-election bid. Do you support the president?
“Do you support the president?”
I would have voted for him in a heartbeat in 1990 when I read, “The Art Of The Deal”. So, yes; I support President Trump.