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Iowa Guv Finally Orders Mask-Wearing, Then Bungles Message

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She suggested there is science that undermines mask mandates—which is a weird thing to say if you’re trying to get people to wear them.

Emily Shugerman
Emily Shugerman 

Senior Reporter

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Emily Shugerman

Emily Shugerman

Senior Reporter

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