Zeke Emanuel, an oncologist and bioethicist who advised former President Obama, discusses strategies for safely reopening amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. He highlights the necessity of improved infrastructure and a robust testing strategy that includes asymptomatic individuals. Emanuel emphasizes the role of technology in contact tracing and warns of the potential dangers of a rush to reopen. He also reflects on the societal changes required after the pandemic to strengthen social safety nets and ensure public well-being.