For months we implored Florida governor Ron DeSantis to put a protective mask on the smiley face he continues to flaunt as the state’s coronavirus cases reach the stratosphere.

He could mandate face masks. He could credibly threaten another lockdown. The number of cases is soaring, but no dice. He’s blamed Hispanic farmworkers. He’s blamed low-income residents. He owes both an apology, for they are the essential workers who let the rest of us stay home...

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