The article argues against the use of masks during protests, emphasizing that, unlike during the COVID-19 pandemic, there is no current justification for anonymity. It highlights that masked protesters are committing acts that avoid accountability, particularly in the context of protests related to the Gaza conflict. Furthermore, the article criticizes law enforcement, particularly ICE agents, for wearing masks, as it obscures their identity and undermines public trust. The author stresses the historical precedent in New York where protests did not require masks, advocating for transparency and accountability in civic participation.
Masks, once a necessary pandemic precaution, are now being misused by protesters and law enforcement to evade accountability, undermining transparency in civic engagement.
In a city historically known for its protests, the presence of masks is now creating a troubling atmosphere of anonymity that violates the essence of accountability in democratic actions.
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