Bureaucracy and Public Health in a Pandemic

This chapter critiques bureaucratic responses to COVID-19, focusing on the ambiguity in timelines and metrics that leave citizens uncertain about returning to normal life. It contrasts the U.S. approach with Denmark's more lenient measures, examining public perceptions of vaccination, safety, and natural versus vaccinated immunity. The discussion also includes the cultural conflict highlighted by Neil Young's demand for Joe Rogan's removal from Spotify over vaccine discussions, showcasing the complexities of public discourse in the pandemic era.