Also interesting to notice that there is a strong correlation between those who lean right wing, and those who minimize issues like Covid 19, and climate change. Almost as if they see these things as political.
Seriously dude? If you live in any kind of society, you're never going to be "free". If you think you live in anything like a free country, you're nuts. It's about finding a balance between personal freedoms, and the good of society.
Personally I would never want the government to set laws on when people can and can't protest, but unfortunately if people are so intent on soaking up fake news, and gathering in large crowds during a pandemic, that's not going to end well, is it?
What's the point in even living in a society if it only helps the rich? You think helping working class people for a few months during a pandemic makes you less free? But being forced to work and put your health at risk just to eat food is all gravy? I think you have a twisted view of what free means.