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Negative Solidarity and Societal Division in Pandemic Times
This chapter delves into the notion of negative solidarity amidst societal divisions during the COVID-19 pandemic, contrasting it with the united front seen during past health crises like polio. It discusses the challenges of personifying a virus and the resulting polarization in public health responses, revealing shifts in trust and discourse in contemporary society.