I honestly believe that some people want this thing to last forever and only God knows why.
Although eliminating mask mandates and ending testing requirements does make it easier for us to come and go, it still does not end the virus. It probably WILL last forever.
If you wish to not wear a mask, fine, then don't. I don't like it either, and don't wear one when it is not required, but many people are at a higher risk, and still feel safer wearing them, along with keeping social distancing protocols. It's a personal choice, not baffling, nobody wants it to continue forever.