California Mayor Reportedly Declares Not Wearing a Mask in Public an 'Act of Domestic Terrorism'

By Cameron Arcand

Published December 1, 2020 at 5:06pm

A Los Angeles County public official reportedly believes that not wearing a mask should be considered domestic terrorism, and critics are fuming at the exaggeration.

Lancaster, California, Mayor Rex Parris expressed his anger about rising coronavirus cases in Los Angeles County in recent weeks, and suggested that those who do not comply with the rules should be arrested, according to a Los Angeles Daily News report.

“If it were up to me, anybody not wearing a mask when they are out in public would be arrested … That’s an act of domestic terrorism and should be treated like one,” Parris said.

It is understandable that Parris, who has likely been dealing with pandemic related matters for months is frustrated at those who are not wearing masks, especially being an official in Los Angeles County. After all, mask-wearing is the latest trend, and not wearing one is now considered a fashion faux-pas and a crime against humanity.

But to equate non-compliance to domestic terrorism is unreasonable, especially when domestic terrorism charges are known for being incredibly harsh.

Although many people get annoyed at those who do not take precautions and view them as inconsiderate, most would not go as far to say they are in the category of violent political extremists.

Of course, Parris’ attitude should be no surprise to anyone who lives in the area and has noticed the increased restrictions in recent weeks.

In addition to a new “Safer at Home” order this week, Los Angeles also became the only county in California so far that has placed a ban on outdoor dining.

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Poster Comment:

California is indeed, and always has been, the land of fruits and nuts.