Are Face Masks Effective? The Evidence.
Spend a few minutes with these graphs, I think they remove any lingering doubt about mask mandates. And then enjoy the video, I cracked up.
The data presented is from Swiss Policy Research. They seem to present balanced data. I would suggest you consult their web page at Swiss Policy Research Organization for updated information on the pandemic.
Below are excerpts from the following article from the Swiss Policy Research: Are Face Masks Effective? The Evidence.
"B) Development of cases after mask mandates
In many states, coronavirus infections strongly increased after mask mandates had been introduced. The following charts show the typical examples of Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Spain, the UK, California and Hawaii. Furthermore, a direct comparison between US states with and without mask mandates indicates that mask mandates have made no difference.
Mask mandates and coronavirus infections (Source: Yinon Weiss)"