
Jacobin Show: Can the US Become a Social Democracy? w/ Bhaskar Sunkara
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Political Responses and Vaccine Accessibility
This chapter examines the liberal outrage following the Capitol riots, contrasting it with inaction against voter suppression by Republicans and the rise of conspiracy theories such as QAnon. It highlights the erosion of trust in American institutions, driven by political dishonesty and socio-economic disparities, while discussing the complexities of vaccine accessibility in a fractured healthcare system. By drawing connections between public sentiment, healthcare anxieties, and political accountability, the chapter advocates for more transparent and equitable healthcare solutions.
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