I would just point out, widespread mask-usage is a thorn in the side of any surveillance state. If there were a way to verify it, I would be willing to bet that

I would just point out, widespread mask-usage is a thorn in the side of any surveillance state. If there were a way to verify it, I would be willing to bet that the anti-mask sentiment is the result of a successful astroturfing campaign by pro-surveillance state interests.