Do you agree with the new Boone County mask order?

64%

Yes. We need it to lower COVID-19 cases. Yes. We need it to lower COVID-19 cases.

36%

No. People should be able to choose. No. People should be able to choose.

64%

Yes. We need it to lower COVID-19 cases.

Health experts say wearing masks can help the wearer not transmit the novel coronavirus if they're infected and protect them from others if they're not. More local and state gov... Show More

Health experts say wearing masks can help the wearer not transmit the novel coronavirus if they're infected and protect them from others if they're not. More local and state governments are implementing mask requirements as cases rise at record rates around the country. Show Less

5 Comments

Edward Irish

I'm 73 with COPD Emphysema& wear plastic gloves and an N 95 facemask. It is a public hazard to got without proper PPE and should be mandated!

HelenHighwater

It's basically a no-brainer.

Lorrie Tucker

Masks will help slow the spread of COVID, and save lives. Small price to pay to stay safe. Much less restrictive than another lockdown.

Larry Myers

Because I can read.

Claudia K

Because it protects others and is not a big deal.

36%

No. People should be able to choose.

Many people say they should be able to choose whether to cover their faces and that the dangers of COVID-19 are exaggerated.

Many people say they should be able to choose whether to cover their faces and that the dangers of COVID-19 are exaggerated. Show Less

1 Comment

Brandon Smith

Government should set recommendations and guidelines that follow science. We should not be punishing business for not being the mask police. I think you would have more buy in from people by giving them the facts and making recommendations, instead of making a bunch of people angry and rebellious.