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If it bothers you so much, shop elsewhere.

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Originally Posted by Leadbone1 (Post 1825697)

That’s ridiculous. I go in Villages restaurants all the time and people do not have their masks on because you cannot eat and drink with a mask on. They might wear them to walk in the door but then take them off as soon as they are seated. This whole thing has gotten totally bizarre and ridiculous. The CDC should just come out and be honest and tell everyone that these masks do nothing. And for a virus that is over 99% survivable, all this is totally unnecessary. The media has done a good job of turning so many people into paranoid idiots

We dine only in restaurants which follow DCD guidelines by distancing their patrons when they are seated. Of course, mask wearing is impossible when you are eating and/or drinking. That is why the distancing is so vital. We also will not dine in any establishment whose employees are not PROPERLY masked and that means both nose and mouth remain covered at all times.

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Originally Posted by Leadbone1 (Post 1825698)

I’m not going to wear a mask. This is still the United States of America. And the virus is going to go where it wants to go just like the cold virus or the flu virus. Count yourself as another one of the paranoid idiots in this country

It is people like you who are preventing many venues from opening fully. We have no fans in the stands at sporting events, movie theaters are not open, our entertainment in the squares is still on hold, cruising is out of the question at this point, schools are having a very difficult time opening for in person learning, I could go on and on.

Thanks a lot for keeping our economy from opening up fully.

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Originally Posted by Leadbone1 (Post 1825669)

First of all let me remind you this is still the United States of America, also masks are not mandated by the governor of our state. Secondly, what I wear or do not wear in Publix or anywhere else is none of your business. If you had said something to me in Publix, I would’ve told you straight up to shut your mouth and mind your own business. I wear my mask in Publix , but there have been times I’ve gone in without one when I forgot it. I don’t know who the hell you think you are but you’re not in charge. Sick of the paranoia and sick of masks that do nothing anyway. Have your groceries delivered!

No shoes, no shirts no service. Was that mandated by the Governor? Disney is escorting patrons off premise if they aren't masked and if they create an issue banning them from future entrance. Was that mandated by the Governor? Delta and United have removed flyers and have banned them from future flights. Was that mandated by the Governor? Private businesses make their own rules and enforce if they choose. Your denial, lack of understanding and belief that you have no obligation to your family, friends and neighbors is worrisome. I guess the only positive is we know you are not alone.

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Originally Posted by FromNY (Post 1825700)

BTW The masks Publix has their workers wear are inadequate. You can blow a candle out with that mask on. So here is a safe way to stay safe. Make sure Your mask is a good one. Learn to wearing and care for it correctly. Wash your hands and try social distancing. It is Our responsibility to keep ourselves safe.

How do you know you can not blow a candle out with the Publix masks? Have you tried it?

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Originally Posted by dcorts (Post 1825701)

The store's should post the mask is a requirement and customers will not be checked out without a mask except for a medical condition.

Those who "claim" they have a medical condition which prevents them from wearing a mask, should not to into the establishment. If they really must go into the establishment, then wear a full face shield. There is always a way to slow the spread of this virus, even if you can't wear a mask.

Air linescare enforcing the mask rule. No mask no fly. Stores can do the samething or take down the worthless signs.

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Originally Posted by Jeffmit (Post 1826188)

Air linescare enforcing the mask rule. No mask no fly. Stores can do the samething or take down the worthless signs.

Airlines have Homeland Security, armed and armored, stationed in every airport and dedicated to act swifly in case of a threat.

Supermarkets have - store managers.

Most stores are not throwing people out of store. It would create to much violence/or security guards, which they don't have. I have not been to any stores which ALL have masks on!!

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Originally Posted by msgtpayne (Post 1825371)

I went shopping today in The Villages Public's at Southern trace. While getting meet at the deli two gentlemen walked by me without masks and since I made a comment to one of them there was no oh I have a medical condition or other problems. I reported this to the manager, (whose name was Alicia). She said thank you for bringing it to our attention. She then said I will remind them to bring their masks. I then remarked don't remind them throw them out. She said well they may have medical issues. I said, since I challenge one of the men and he didn't say anything I don't think they got medical issues. She again said thank you for bringing this to our attention. As I was moving to the front of the store to check out later one of the individuals walked right in front of Alisha the manager; she said, nothing. I said the individual just walked in front of you why did you do something. She said thank you for bringing this to our attention. If Publix isn't going to fulfill their requirement to us on their signs requiring mask be worn they shouldn't posted. Also, they should not advertise it. So, if you are shopping at Publix watch out there is a lot of people not wearing masks and they are not going to require then to wear the mask; regardless of the signs they put in the front of the store. I have no problem with individuals who have a valid medical reason for not wearing masks. However, they should have a letter from their doctor. If I had a medical condition requiring I could not wear a mask; I would have a letter from my doctor. It wouldn't be hard to get. Publix is just not going to honor their advertisement of requiring masks. I thought the people of the villages would like to know.

I have to agree with you! If a person has a medical condition & it’s so serious that they don’t have wear a mask you would really think the would have to have something saying they’re NOT REQUIRED TO WEAR ONE! Don’t know how they can get into a govt. office place without one.They absolutely won’t let you in without a legal slip saying you have a medical condition unless you show them the excuse! Some govt. places have metal detectors & believe me if they say you have to have mask you better be wheeling in a medical respirator.

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Originally Posted by coffeebean (Post 1826165)

I would like to add more thumbs up to this post.

.............. People could say they same bout those that wear mask... If your that afraid them don't shop inside store... Simple.. Just because they don't wear mask doesn't mean they don't care bout others but they care enough bout there own health not to wear them... If your mask is on then I'm thinking you maybe sick. People are taking this whole mask thing way to far... Let some idiot say something to me bout wearing a mask... You'll get a very RUDE awaking.... You wear one that's your business none of mine and vice versa...... Get a life people... Stop living in fear of media propaganda

If you read the sign it says" Mask required unless you have health issues"

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Originally Posted by jbrown132 (Post 1825710)

I realize people forget. I also have. However, a responsible company should have someone posted at the door to remind people if they don’t have a mask they cannot enter. Not very difficult.

The Sprint store on 441 across from Home Depot did just that. They turned away a couple of people from entering and informed those potential customers to come back with a mask. I saw a couple leave then come back 15 minutes later with their masks. The door to the store is locked and must be unlocked by an employee. Now THAT is the way to "police" these anti- maskers.

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Originally Posted by Girlcopper (Post 1825725)

You reported it, nothing was allegedly done so mind your own business. If it bothers you that much, leave! But harrassing the manager isnt the answer

Advice to "mind you own business" does NOT fly in the middle of a pandemic. Sorry,

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Originally Posted by Dana1963 (Post 1825743)

I wear a mask although some don’t wear a mask it’s not my job to be MASK POLICE, I choose non confrontation and stay away from those.

I don't confront non mask wearers when I'm out and about. I will speak up, however, is someone is in my personal space and does not even attempt to distance themselves from me.

Just this morning, hubby and I were waiting outside of Darrell's Diner on 466A to have our temperature taken. (Yup, they check your temperature before you can enter). A woman came up behind us, NOT wearing a mask, and stood about 2 feet from me. I asked her to PLEASE step back as I motioned with my hands for her to move. I was not able to get any closer to the entry door which was closed. This woman refused to move. I gave her a look that she had to know I was pi$$ed and I had a mask on. I moved in another direction to get away from her and to let her know I was annoyed with her. The nerve of some people!!!!!!