Ivermectin and Media Accountability in COVID Discourse

This chapter explores the controversial discussions surrounding the use of ivermectin during the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing its historical context and the polarized public reactions it has provoked. It critiques media portrayals, including a case involving Rolling Stone magazine's misleading report, and highlights the impact of political affiliations on public perception of medical treatments. The chapter also examines the nuances of personal grief in political discourse, particularly focusing on President Biden's approach to discussing loss in a sensitive national context.