There is so much data and science that shows a clear reduction with the spread of Covid-19 simply by using masks. Why are we not required to mask in certain public places such as grocery stores, pharmacies, department stores, as well as any other public places where people are forced to congregate. 

Sources include:

Japans Current Covid-19 rate is that of 2% of America and did it without shutting down a single business

Vanity Fair article explains our Covid numbers will plummet if we just get 80% masked. They also have a link in the story called masksim explaining the science behind it.

10 Masking Myths Busted by a Real Doctor. Dr. Dani Fisher clearly explains the benefits and answers most of the concerns with wearing masks.

OSHA states that even homemade masks reduce respiratory droplets which are key components in the spread of respiratory viruses such as Covid-19

If you wish to be part of this petition, live in South Carolina, and would like to see such changes put in place to help protect our locals, vacationers, as well as our families and friends... please sign this!

If you wear a seat belt to protect yourself from an accident, why not wear a mask to protect yourself from a Pandemic? 

Don’t let tax dollars and revenue take priority over our safety. Certain locations already have this set as mandatory, however we need the entire SC State’s involvement to see positive results. Not to mention, those that vacation here must also abide as to prevent others from bringing new cases to our great State. Let’s not waste another season when we can get it done now!

Thank you for participating with this petition!