What could he possibly have learned that was new? He was addressing the effectiveness of masks during the current pandemic. He indicated they were a security blanket but did little good. If he was wrong at that time, that is amazing incompetence for a person whose life experience was dealing with such situations. So let us summarize:
1) Wearing a mask is better than not wearing a mask but has limited effectiveness.
2) The Dems vastly overstated the effectiveness of masks when it became clear that Trump was reluctant to wear one and was skeptical of the claims being made about them. This allowed the Dems to falsely but effectively blame Trump for the deaths for political purposes.
3) Because the effectiveness of masks has been grossly overstated, many people have been led to conclude that they can safely return to their normal life and business just by wearing one. This is contributing to the spread of the virus and may be the primary reason for the spike in new case.
4) President Trump was one of the few who didn't buy into the ersatz science of the mask wearing as a major factor in addressing the virus. Instead he directed the resources of the US government to assist in the development and distribution of a new vaccine. A real solution. This has been accomplished. The history books will reflect that Trump was right and the dems like Cuomo completely bungled the response with their nonsense about lockdowns and masks that both destroyed the economy while having neglible impact on the virus. Either out of sheer incompetence or political purposes or most likely both.
"Wearing face masks in public spaces reduces the spread of SARS-CoV-2.
What is added by this report?
The governor of Kansas issued an executive order requiring wearing masks in public spaces, effective July 3, 2020, which was subject to county authority to opt out. After July 3, COVID-19 incidence decreased in 24 counties with mask mandates but continued to increase in 81 counties without mask mandates.
What are the implications for public health practice?
Countywide mask mandates appear to have contributed to the mitigation of COVID-19 transmission in mandated counties. Community-level mitigation strategies emphasizing use of masks, physical distancing, staying at home when ill, and enhanced hygiene practices can help reduce the transmission of SARS-CoV-2."
https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/69/wr/mm6947e2.htmGetting embarrassing Richard. No wonder you can’t explain Darwinism. What is the character trait called when someone is called out but refuses to address the comment?
Still haven’t replied about whether you cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze in a social setting either.
