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School Closures and Societal Backlash
This chapter explores the consequences of school closures during the early COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting advocacy for reopening and the backlash faced by those who expressed dissenting views. The speakers discuss the isolation and hostility encountered, as well as the emergence of supportive communities among those pushing for educational reform. They also reflect on the societal and personal ramifications of holding controversial beliefs in a polarized political environment.