MANDATES EASY, ENFORCEMENT NOT SO MUCH
WILL BE MORE VIRTUE SIGNALLING THAN EFFECTIVE PRACTICE
As schools reopen we see the mask wars heat up. While masks may be slightly effective at slowing the spread of the virus, it opens up a new area of conflict.
While it is not a universal mandates for schools, many schools have not mandated masks, it will have many unintended consequences. Who will enforce these mandates on these kids? Will some parents be outraged if they see some kids without masks? Does anyone really believe small children will wear a mask in an appropriate manner all day? Will they need mask regulations as to what is ok and what is not? Will the school be required to furnish masks? Will kids be tempted to trade masks because of their style or message? Will messages be allowed on masks? The teachers will be under close scrutiny for accusations of hypocrisy if they are seen not wearing a mask. What will the penalties be for not wearing a mask? Suspension? Expulsion? Fines on parents? I could go on with possibilities endlessly.
In my travels, I rarely see a mask being worn anywhere, except for employees of certain business's who require it for their employee's. I don't know if I could wear a mask all day. Those that want these mandates should try doing so for a whole day. Most of the population, at least for now, seem to be over the extreme fear of the virus. Covid is not going to go away, it will be with us forever. We will eventually come to that conclusion, just like dealing with the flu or other communicable diseases. Eventually there should be a certain immunity that will moderate the effects on the population.
The best policy should be to encourage masks, but leave it up to individual choice. This would let everyone focus on other things rather than a continual divisive conflict, one after another. It seems many want continual conflict and division, I personally am tired of it all.
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