Today's lesson in Language Matters (and why journalists should always check the Stylebook): When writing about exceptions to @GavinNewsom's new mask order, I wrote that it does not apply to people who are "hearing impaired" 1/
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Why is that group given an exception for wearing a mask?
The order says: "Persons who are hearing impaired, or communicating with a person who is hearing impaired, where the ability to see the mouth is essential for communication." So I don't think it's at all times, but when necessary for communication
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OK. It seemed an odd exclusion but that makes sense that they would also be mouthing words back at times. Thanks!
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