COVID-19 Response: Masks, Mandates, and Perceptions

This chapter critically examines the reactions to COVID-19, particularly through lockdowns and mask mandates, exploring their disproportionate impact on poorer communities. It discusses the anticipated effects of vaccinations on public fear and social behavior, while questioning the efficacy of masks and advocating for better support for vulnerable populations. The chapter also delves into the varying perceptions of COVID-19's deadliness and how these beliefs inform individual choices and government health mandates.

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