Joe Biden on Wednesday said decisions to end the required wearing of masks — such as those by governors of Texas and Mississippi — amounted to “Neanderthal thinking” given the rising death toll from the coronavirus pandemic.Asked if he had a message to Texas and Mississippi, Biden told reporters: “I think it’s a big mistake.
Look, I hope everybody’s realized by now, these masks make a difference.” Texas governor lifts coronavirus mask mandate, says all businesses can reopen Biden said the increasing availability of vaccinations was making a difference in containing the pandemic, but it was critical to remain vigilant about wearing masks, washing hands and social distancing.“The last thing, the last thing we need is Neanderthal thinking.