I think you're reading more than I said. We appear to be saying the same thing, that keeping it "under control" is the only possibility at this point. I think

I think you're reading more than I said. We appear to be saying the same thing, that keeping it "under control" is the only possibility at this point. I think the cost/benefit ratio of masks clearly points to it being a good policy in confined spaces, keeping distance is the best way to keep yourself from being infected, and having crowded indoor spaces like bars, restaurants, or large events is really introducing unnecessary risk. That being said, there's a non-trivial amount of people, particularly vocal celebrities, who have posted things like "If you idiots wore masks this would be over already" (Seth MacFarlane). Then we've got the other commenters on this post who note they have only left their house twice in the past 6 months. Many of these people believe we are only a few "stubborn people being compliant" away from eliminating the threat, which is just patently untrue. It's here to stay.