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Politicization of Masks

The politicization of masks is as stupid as
                     it is tragic, if I may call a spade a spade. 
            It's so irresponsible; thousands are dead as a result!
                  I'd shout this fact out from the mountaintop 
                   if I could! Who thought it was a good idea?

             It's sad to see so many Americans, especially those
                    who identify as "conservatives" not being 
                conservative in following the advice of doctors, 
            epidemiologists and scientists. It's quite perplexing.
                    Nothing about it makes an iota of sense!

                      Wearing a mask, or not wearing one
                         has absolutely nothing to do with
                      one's political affiliation. Thousands 
                      of people dying alone in the hospital 
                          of Covid-19 on a quotidian basis...

                are Democrats, Republicans,  Independents,  
                  children, senior citizens, the rich, the poor, 
               shall I go on? Covid-19 cases are still surging 
         exponentially across the United States, and not a soul
         is immune. This virus infects and kills every one of us.

                 A mask is not and shouldn't be thought of as 
                 a political statement! It's no different from any 
             piece of clothing. One wears it for personal safety 
          and the safety of others. Wear it to protect your child,
        friend, neighbor, parents, grandparents; even strangers.

                 Until there's a vaccine, we must continue to 
                protect ourselves against this insidious virus 
           that has stolen more than quarter of a million lives 
                and counting! Wear your masks and maintain 
          a six-feet social distance from others. Safety is key!



Date written: 11/22/2020

Copyright © Edward Ibeh




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