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Several allegedly renowned virologists have expressed concern that “corona” is most likely transmitted by aerosol rather than droplets. Their rationale is based on computer model simulations of “asymptomatic” transmission. Thus, the current deployment of cloth face masks and “social distancing” of at least 6 feet is obsolete.

The virologists are urging government officials to set the current face mask requirement to be that of surgical grade or standard N95 at a minimum. “Social distancing” would have be increased significantly, too, because aerosol transmission could technically span an extremely wide radius of 1,000 feet or more.

In addition, any return to pre-“corona” distancing would require a more robust face mask. Actually, the required face mask would look similar to a gas mask (with optional eye protection). The “new normal” would require the gas ... errr, face mask ... to be worn everywhere out in public with no exceptions. The face mask cannot be removed at all during that time. With the fear of death at the forefront, who would argue? Oddly, the appliance will make everyone look like an android. Is that by chance?

Since an alleged “second wave” of “corona” is anticipated later in the year, durable face masks will become a permanent part of the “new normal.” The appliance will require regular maintenance and will have parts that must be replaced frequently. So, the face mask will become a “line item” expenditure for all world citizens (except the Fascists).

The ramifications are clear. Restaurants would have to set up isolation booths around each table with air filtration systems. Take-out or delivery-only for other eating places. Food court dining areas would have to be closed or repurposed. Bars and nightclubs would shut down. Hair salons and barbershops would need isolation booths. At the beach or pool, face masks would also be required while in the water. The list is endless.

A non-disposable face mask is also a boon to the Fascists. A passive RFI chip can be easily embedded in the plastic frame during the injection molding process. Since the mask will be mandatory at all times, tracking of the mask and its wearer could easily be facilitated. There would be no need for unreliable “apps” installed on “smartphones” or the more invasive skin implants. Of course, a luxury model could feature a built-in “smartphone” with the eye shield also serving as a digital display.

People who cannot afford (e.g., homeless) or refuse to wear the face masks can be easily identified and forcibly moved to a “relocation,” “quarantine,” “re-education” or (whatever the Fascists want to call it) camp. The dystopian future that everyone calls a “conspiracy theory” is not that far off, possibly in just a few short months.

Comment: First, “corona,” now “asymptomatic corona.” The “corona” cases and deaths were decreasing and fear was waning. Enter “asymptomatic corona.” It’s here, it’s there, it’s in the air, it’s everywhere, and it lingers for three days! The fear of death is back “with a vengeance”!

Addendum: Does anyone actually notice how disturbingly complex the “corona” boondoggle has become? Yet, a virus is simply an infective agent that typically consists of a nucleic acid (RNA) molecule in a protein coat, and requires a living host cell to multiply. There are opposing views about whether a virus blob is actually “alive.” Viruses are not “living” cells and do not have the anatomy of even the most simplest single cell lifeform.