Economic and Social Impacts of COVID-19

This chapter explores the multifaceted effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on public attitudes, economic structures, and institutional communications. It emphasizes the challenges faced by small businesses and labor markets, discusses the long-term implications of unemployment and organizational capital, and critiques the responses from political leaders and institutions. The conversation also touches on the complexities of reopening businesses and the potential shifts in societal norms and risk perception as the situation evolves.