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Capitalism, Globalization, and the Pandemic
The chapter delves into the debate surrounding the role of capitalism in the United States' unpreparedness for the COVID-19 pandemic. It explores the impact of maximizing shareholder value and globalization, leading to vulnerabilities and shortages of essential medical supplies like PPE. The discussion also addresses the challenges faced by healthcare workers in obtaining N95 masks and the consequences of globalization on the workforce and society.