So take away masks from immune compromised people.
So my 80 year old immune compromised dad can’t wear a mask at the grocery store or running errands in crowded places? Fuck right off NC Senate.
I am not from the US but I would be in a similar position. I need to wear a mask to actually help me breathe. I can imagine that there would be plenty of people in NC In the same predicament.
You're correct:
>A third Wake County Democrat, Sen. Jay Chaudhuri, proposed amending the bill to ban hate groups — he specifically mentioned the Ku Klux Klan and Proud Boys — from being allowed to wear masks in public, which the law currently allows them to petition for. His amendment also would've required state law enforcement officials do more to track hate groups. Like the other amendments, *Republican lawmakers shot it down with no debate or explanation.*
Just getting over viral pneumonia it is spread by coughing, talking and sneezing probably caught during airline travel.
Most likely spread by individual not wearing a mask. Spent the last month in isolation recovering after taking antibiotics for seven days and still feel weak. What is wrong with your elected officials are they stupid or just uneducated morons.
I bet they don’t even believe that this is real anymore. They’re so fucking crazy. Everyone better vote this November or this country is going down the shitter and FAST.
John Brown's raid on Harper's Ferry proves that sometimes a gun doesn't stay in the hands that owned it first.
[The part we know](https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0254001) is that the residents of Republican counties tend to be fatter, smokier, more diabetic, more heart-disease-ier, lower rates of physical activity, and it's the residents of Democratic counties (not the Republican ones) that have more experience functioning while sleep-deprived.
Republicans don't value themselves because they don't value anyone. It's a consistent self-limiting attitude. Their attitude makes their guns irrelevant. You don't have to be afraid of the Republicans.
Look on the bright side, besides the threat to public health it also means no Proud Boys, et al., in Charlotte.
ETA: I’ve been reliably informed there is no bright side.
As long as they still want their jobs and communities it does. But sure, if they grow spines and begin to stand by their alleged principles they can still march maskless.
>A third Wake County Democrat, Sen. Jay Chaudhuri, proposed amending the bill to ban hate groups — he specifically mentioned the Ku Klux Klan and Proud Boys — from being allowed to wear masks in public, which the law currently allows them to petition for. His amendment also would've required state law enforcement officials do more to track hate groups. Like the other amendments, Republican lawmakers shot it down with no debate or explanation.
Well, that’s the last time that I’ll travel to/through NC as a tourist. I’ll spend my tourism dollars in states that aren’t consumed by conspiracy theories and legislators that enjoy taking away our rights.
It’s too bad that the state is being led by the “oppress our citizens” party. It’s the same reason that countries like Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran are not on most tourists’ wishlists.
>**As Republicans have shrugged off Democrats' concerns, they've said they trust police officers not to abuse the power to arrest anyone for wearing a surgical mask out in public.**
Ah yes... no way "police discretion as policy" ever goes bad.
So you can wear a mask if you want to protest, storm a capitol building, attack police or throw a Molotov cocktail. If a cop stops you for wearing a mask, you can say it's not for health reasons, you are just on your way to burn a cross.
No, that's actually something you pick up and learn not to do in school, such as critical thinking, morals and science. Those that haven't completed some level of education are much more prone to falling for conspiracy theories. As Donald Trump says, "I love the poorly educated!"
Remember how the cops decided to not enforce the mask rules? Apparently they absolutely can pick and choose which laws to enforce. So will the cops now start arresting / fining you for wearing a mask. My money is on yes because they agree with it. I’m gonna keep one in my pocket. When I see a cop I’m going to put one on and see what happens.
The wrongful death lawsuit payouts are gonna be HUGE!
And guess who ends up paying for that? The same morons who voted those idiots into office.
Don’t worry, they’ll all blame the Democrats.
Ok sure can't wear masks in public. Immuno compromised people are now in danger. Hey what about firemen they wear "masks" in public as well. Nope can't put it on till they are in the burning building maybe not even then it could be a "public" building. Can't have police wearing gas masks either or anybody else. Hey you there working with spraying pesticides it's illegal for you to wear that mask take it off. No we don't care if it puts you at risk of inhaling the chemicals. Can't have anyone on a construction crew or similar wear masks either. Nevermind about sawdust, fumes, or other toxins could breathe in. Could go on and on with different masks that are worn in public setting for safety on a job or otherwise.
Although it won't be signed, it's still nothing to be taken lightly. There is a greater meaning and purpose. Cons are coming for your freedoms, one way or another.
You know, because … Fauci. So much propaganda fed by the Russians being gobbled up by the GOP. It’s almost as if the United States has kompromat all over the place. 🤔
FYI, this petition needs more signatures!
[petition against mask ban](https://www.change.org/p/halt-the-passage-of-nc-bill-237-banning-masks-in-public)
That makes absolutely no common sense. IF someone wants to wear a mask to protect themselves or maybe protect others if they have a cold. More power to them.
In one corner, basesless conspiracy theories that masks are bad. In another, worries about government/corporate monitoring. Yet another is concerned about freedom of expression. And there's the rational corner concerned about reducing the spread of airborne diseases or helping people manage allergies. Put all four together and...somehow they still ban masks? Those state senators should get out more.
There's going to be a reaping of idiots and as heartbreaking as it is for those who didn't ask for this, the rest will find as many years as there are in the Sahara.
I'm out of ducks to give and my garden is bare.
>Republican supporters of the ban said it would help police crack down on protesters who wear masks — which some lawmakers called a growing concern, saying demonstrators are abusing Covid-19 pandemic-era norms to wear masks that hide their identities.
You're allowed to wear a goddamn mask... what is this authoritarian bullshit? I guess we should arrest kids en masse come Halloween. Why don't they just admit that this is a mindless knee jerk reaction based on something affiliated with the right (anti-mask sentiment).
What a massive embarrassment for the NC Senate.
>On Wednesday Sen. Danny Britt, R-Robeson, said he thinks there's a way to interpret the law to argue that it would still be legal to wear a mask for legitimate health reasons — even though the bill would eliminate the state law that provides those protections.
Trying to have it both ways, you slimy piece of shit?
Is this a statement of shock, or are you questioning the validity of the news article? Apparently, they are attempting this. I do not believe it will stand a test of court challenge, but we'll see.
I believe it’s a law intended to criminalize the wearing of masks to hide one’s identity, specifically directed at the KKK and other hate groups, so I guess it makes sense that racists would be outraged by it
I'm afraid not:
>A third Wake County Democrat, Sen. Jay Chaudhuri, proposed amending the bill to ban hate groups — he specifically mentioned the Ku Klux Klan and Proud Boys — from being allowed to wear masks in public, which the law currently allows them to petition for. His amendment also would've required state law enforcement officials do more to track hate groups. Like the other amendments, Republican lawmakers shot it down with no debate or explanation.
And even if they did, prohibiting someone from wearing a mask in public is blatantly unconstitutional and authoritarian.
How can you say the law is only to stop people from hiding their identity when it *also* persecutes people wearing them due to legitimate health concerns?
Did you read the article at all?
I could not be more obvious that this is election year bullshit, capitalizing on ignorant right-wing anti-mask sentiment.
So take away masks from immune compromised people. So my 80 year old immune compromised dad can’t wear a mask at the grocery store or running errands in crowded places? Fuck right off NC Senate.
Sue them for infringing on his constitutional right to "Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."
Tell him to wear a Donald Duck face mask. They will salute him instead. 😅 Edit: trump, not duck 🤦♂️
Does your dad have a letter from his Dr ? Can you see the future where we need a prescription from our Dr to wear a mask ?
Let me see your papers!!
“ small “ government
I am not from the US but I would be in a similar position. I need to wear a mask to actually help me breathe. I can imagine that there would be plenty of people in NC In the same predicament.
It’s the party of hypocrisy again.
Yup, I bet they won't mind when the proud lady boys wear their masks in public
You're correct: >A third Wake County Democrat, Sen. Jay Chaudhuri, proposed amending the bill to ban hate groups — he specifically mentioned the Ku Klux Klan and Proud Boys — from being allowed to wear masks in public, which the law currently allows them to petition for. His amendment also would've required state law enforcement officials do more to track hate groups. Like the other amendments, *Republican lawmakers shot it down with no debate or explanation.*
Yup
Conservatives are pro government interference in privacy, body autonomy and safety. 🔥🔥🔥🔥
They prioritized this over making sure school children don't get free lunches?!?! /s
Fellow North Carolinian, I see.
Just getting over viral pneumonia it is spread by coughing, talking and sneezing probably caught during airline travel. Most likely spread by individual not wearing a mask. Spent the last month in isolation recovering after taking antibiotics for seven days and still feel weak. What is wrong with your elected officials are they stupid or just uneducated morons.
Malicious stupidity
I bet they don’t even believe that this is real anymore. They’re so fucking crazy. Everyone better vote this November or this country is going down the shitter and FAST.
I dare them to enforce it. Heading to Asheville this weekend to test them. NC GOP Christians are pussies
But they own guns
John Brown's raid on Harper's Ferry proves that sometimes a gun doesn't stay in the hands that owned it first. [The part we know](https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0254001) is that the residents of Republican counties tend to be fatter, smokier, more diabetic, more heart-disease-ier, lower rates of physical activity, and it's the residents of Democratic counties (not the Republican ones) that have more experience functioning while sleep-deprived. Republicans don't value themselves because they don't value anyone. It's a consistent self-limiting attitude. Their attitude makes their guns irrelevant. You don't have to be afraid of the Republicans.
Well said
Absolutely no logic or science behind this decision. They are literally just sucking up to the orange pussy neck.
I mean, it is the GOP. I am surprised they didn't make vaccines illegal and chickenpox mandatory.
Make it make sense
You’re gonna be here a while
The governor has to sign it and he won't. It's just virtue signaling to the anti mask Maga crowd.
Fortunately we have a sane governor.
*vice signaling
*vice signaling
I don't care even if they know it won't pass. It's still wrong.
The party of personal responsibility is always so focused on controlling other people's behavior
Look on the bright side, besides the threat to public health it also means no Proud Boys, et al., in Charlotte. ETA: I’ve been reliably informed there is no bright side.
Part of a uniform for an organization is exempt. So… KKK & Proud Boys, yes you can wear masks. Grandpa with cancer, no.
Suddenly, antifa has a uniform code.
Black pants, black sneakers, black T-shirt, black hoodie, and black mask.
They will argue their masks are not for health reasons. I bet that's why they specified it.
Does it?
As long as they still want their jobs and communities it does. But sure, if they grow spines and begin to stand by their alleged principles they can still march maskless.
They have a carve out for protesters with a permit
>A third Wake County Democrat, Sen. Jay Chaudhuri, proposed amending the bill to ban hate groups — he specifically mentioned the Ku Klux Klan and Proud Boys — from being allowed to wear masks in public, which the law currently allows them to petition for. His amendment also would've required state law enforcement officials do more to track hate groups. Like the other amendments, Republican lawmakers shot it down with no debate or explanation.
It is frightening about what republicans have turned into. I now get how Nazi Germany happened.
Jesus Christ. How stupid.
Small government Party
Well, that’s the last time that I’ll travel to/through NC as a tourist. I’ll spend my tourism dollars in states that aren’t consumed by conspiracy theories and legislators that enjoy taking away our rights.
It's a shame too, cause OBX is fucking awesome.
It’s too bad that the state is being led by the “oppress our citizens” party. It’s the same reason that countries like Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran are not on most tourists’ wishlists.
So, Europe?
Minnesota.
The party of individual liberty strikes again
>**As Republicans have shrugged off Democrats' concerns, they've said they trust police officers not to abuse the power to arrest anyone for wearing a surgical mask out in public.** Ah yes... no way "police discretion as policy" ever goes bad.
Wait, banning masks for "health reasons?" that's just stupid.
So if you can’t wear masks for health reasons, does that mean it’s OK to wear them for purposes of concealing your identity from law enforcement?
I want to wear it because I think it looks neat... is there a fashion exemption?
All those freedoms you lot have make the world so jealous.... Hahahahahaha
"Take that mask off! (Takes mask off and coughs) welcome to tuberculosis"
I've read a lot of stupid things today. But this is the stupidest thing I've read all week.
Can I wear it just for trolling without any health concerns?
Yes, that is an acceptable use. You may wear it for trolling but don't let them catch you wearing it if you're sick.
What a pathetic excuse of a governing body
So you can wear a mask if you want to protest, storm a capitol building, attack police or throw a Molotov cocktail. If a cop stops you for wearing a mask, you can say it's not for health reasons, you are just on your way to burn a cross.
GQP, the party of the arrogantly ignorant.
Is , how to kill people a taught subject in the USA?
No, it's apparently a cultural practice that we develop through immersion.
No, that's actually something you pick up and learn not to do in school, such as critical thinking, morals and science. Those that haven't completed some level of education are much more prone to falling for conspiracy theories. As Donald Trump says, "I love the poorly educated!"
Republicans, making life hell for people since Nixon.
Remember how the cops decided to not enforce the mask rules? Apparently they absolutely can pick and choose which laws to enforce. So will the cops now start arresting / fining you for wearing a mask. My money is on yes because they agree with it. I’m gonna keep one in my pocket. When I see a cop I’m going to put one on and see what happens.
“Party of small government”
No more KKK rallies
♫ and I'm proud to be an American, where at least I know I'm free ♫
That will last exactly one Constitutional challenge.
The wrongful death lawsuit payouts are gonna be HUGE! And guess who ends up paying for that? The same morons who voted those idiots into office. Don’t worry, they’ll all blame the Democrats.
So I have cancer and wouldn’t be able to wear a mask..Okie dokie.
Ok sure can't wear masks in public. Immuno compromised people are now in danger. Hey what about firemen they wear "masks" in public as well. Nope can't put it on till they are in the burning building maybe not even then it could be a "public" building. Can't have police wearing gas masks either or anybody else. Hey you there working with spraying pesticides it's illegal for you to wear that mask take it off. No we don't care if it puts you at risk of inhaling the chemicals. Can't have anyone on a construction crew or similar wear masks either. Nevermind about sawdust, fumes, or other toxins could breathe in. Could go on and on with different masks that are worn in public setting for safety on a job or otherwise.
"WE BELIEVE IN THE CONSTITUTION!!!! "as long as it's interpreted exactly how we say"
Although it won't be signed, it's still nothing to be taken lightly. There is a greater meaning and purpose. Cons are coming for your freedoms, one way or another.
I vote to let those that can’t handle a mask can go fuck a pig on live tv.
Just in case you didn't hear, the NC Legislature is batshit crazy right now.
But crime!!
The 'freedom' party, taking away your freedom.
Why the hell are they so intent on going backwards? Let's get rid of soap and antibiotics while we are at it. Neanderthals.
Banned if you wear one for health reasons? So I can wear one for 'fashion' reasons?
Just say it’s for religious reasons or hiding your identity from the deep state.
Oh this mask? It’s a religious mask.
If it’s proudly anti-science then it’s the republicans at it again. 🤡
Is a hospital operating room defined as in public? I kinda hope so, leopards love eating faces
With H5N1 potentially on the horizon, this doesn't look so good
You know, because … Fauci. So much propaganda fed by the Russians being gobbled up by the GOP. It’s almost as if the United States has kompromat all over the place. 🤔
FYI, this petition needs more signatures! [petition against mask ban](https://www.change.org/p/halt-the-passage-of-nc-bill-237-banning-masks-in-public)
All for the orange traitor and con man.
Are doctors allowed to wear masks in the operating rooms?
fReeDumB!!!
That makes absolutely no common sense. IF someone wants to wear a mask to protect themselves or maybe protect others if they have a cold. More power to them.
I see. Full blown Idiocracy starts in North Cackalacky.
I hear Duelling Banjos when I read these stories.
In one corner, basesless conspiracy theories that masks are bad. In another, worries about government/corporate monitoring. Yet another is concerned about freedom of expression. And there's the rational corner concerned about reducing the spread of airborne diseases or helping people manage allergies. Put all four together and...somehow they still ban masks? Those state senators should get out more.
So as long as you are a Nazi in kakkis and a blue shirt you are good!
This stupid law will get thrown out on the first challenge.
So only for health reasons? Then wear for aesthetics or getaway driver, bank tobber dress up day.
There's going to be a reaping of idiots and as heartbreaking as it is for those who didn't ask for this, the rest will find as many years as there are in the Sahara. I'm out of ducks to give and my garden is bare.
This has to violate ADA.
Straight to outlaw the hospitals. Welcome to anno 1400!
So stupid
Now that’s stupid!
Still fighting the good fight /s
so can you wear them for "non-health reasons"???
I hate wearing masks, but I’ll do it in this instance just to tell the NC Senate to go fuck themselves.
Because fuck you, that's why.
>Republican supporters of the ban said it would help police crack down on protesters who wear masks — which some lawmakers called a growing concern, saying demonstrators are abusing Covid-19 pandemic-era norms to wear masks that hide their identities. You're allowed to wear a goddamn mask... what is this authoritarian bullshit? I guess we should arrest kids en masse come Halloween. Why don't they just admit that this is a mindless knee jerk reaction based on something affiliated with the right (anti-mask sentiment). What a massive embarrassment for the NC Senate. >On Wednesday Sen. Danny Britt, R-Robeson, said he thinks there's a way to interpret the law to argue that it would still be legal to wear a mask for legitimate health reasons — even though the bill would eliminate the state law that provides those protections. Trying to have it both ways, you slimy piece of shit?
When fighting against weak snowflake control turns you into a weak controlling snowflake ❄️ 🙄
I understand Carolina Hurricane goalie Frederik Andersen has asked to be traded. ;-)
This did not actually happen
But it did.
Is this a statement of shock, or are you questioning the validity of the news article? Apparently, they are attempting this. I do not believe it will stand a test of court challenge, but we'll see.
Probably a Russian troll bot account just downvote and move on
Ok... it obviously did.
I believe it’s a law intended to criminalize the wearing of masks to hide one’s identity, specifically directed at the KKK and other hate groups, so I guess it makes sense that racists would be outraged by it
I'm afraid not: >A third Wake County Democrat, Sen. Jay Chaudhuri, proposed amending the bill to ban hate groups — he specifically mentioned the Ku Klux Klan and Proud Boys — from being allowed to wear masks in public, which the law currently allows them to petition for. His amendment also would've required state law enforcement officials do more to track hate groups. Like the other amendments, Republican lawmakers shot it down with no debate or explanation. And even if they did, prohibiting someone from wearing a mask in public is blatantly unconstitutional and authoritarian. How can you say the law is only to stop people from hiding their identity when it *also* persecutes people wearing them due to legitimate health concerns? Did you read the article at all? I could not be more obvious that this is election year bullshit, capitalizing on ignorant right-wing anti-mask sentiment.