Vaccines, Democracy, and Global Politics

This chapter addresses the misconceptions surrounding the MMR vaccine and reassures parents about normal post-vaccination responses. It transitions into a critical examination of recent U.S. federal budget cuts affecting democracy promotion abroad, especially in relation to China's influence and the implications for human rights organizations. The discussion also touches on political turmoil in Brazil, covering serious allegations against a former president involving attempts to undermine democracy, raising broader concerns about political stability in the region.