St. Joseph County is one of the first localities

nationally to take such a stand. The move pushes

back against the lockdown mentality from public

health authorities across the nation.

St. Joseph County’s health officer was probably

the first in the state to issue a public health order

demanding masks in 2020, long before the

governor ever implemented his own mandate.

Locals fought back and sued the county and its

health officer, Robert Einterz. He admitted in court

he never had the legal authority to force citizens

to wear masks.

Consider Carmel, Indiana, a few hours away from South Bend. In early April, the city announced it would reopen. Residents were told they would not have to wear masks to conduct business if they were vaccinated. Additionally, public employees who vaccinated could enjoy perks, like not testing or wearing masks. The press release said nothing about granting similar favors to those who have acquired natural immunity through previous infection, or those at low risk from the disease, such as the young.

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