Sheilagh Ogilvie on Epidemics, Guilds, and the Persistence of Bad Institutions
Conversations with Tyler
Local versus Centralized Governance in Pandemic Response
This chapter examines the effectiveness of local and centralized governments in managing pandemics, underscoring the importance of local knowledge in responding to community needs. It reflects on the UK's COVID-19 response, analyzing both the rapid vaccine rollout and significant shortcomings, while comparing it to other countries. The discussion further explores the historical roots of anti-vaccination sentiment and the influence of religious ideologies on public health decisions.
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