In 2020 face masks were mandated by certain countries as a control measure against the spread of SARS-CoV-2. As of early May 2020, 88% of the world's population lived in countries that recommend or mandated the use of masks in public. Opponents argue that masks do little to combat the virus since most people do not wear them properly. Proponents argue that a mask mandate would help stop the spread of CV19 and prevent tens of thousands of deaths.
68% Yes |
32% No |
56% Yes |
26% No |
11% Yes, but only indoors or crowded areas |
5% No, the government should recommend it but not require it |
1% Yes, except for certain medical conditions |
1% No, we should let the virus naturally run its course |
See how support for each position on “COVID Mask Mandate” has changed over time for 2.6k New Zealand voters.
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See how importance of “COVID Mask Mandate” has changed over time for 2.6k New Zealand voters.
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Unique answers from New Zealand users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
@8HLTMGW4yrs4Y
Yes, but only if there is a community outbreak.
@8HHJ2HJ4yrs4Y
Yes but only when there is community transmission
@8H7JNC24yrs4Y
Yes, except certain medical conditions, but the government should also give them at low/no cost, especially to lower income people who cannot afford so many masks
@8H7KR7Q4yrs4Y
Yes if the level requires it
@8GZNR9G4yrs4Y
Only in areas where there is community transmission
@8J76HJ84yrs4Y
Only when needed such as when we have high cases in the country
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