Consider This from NPR What Lessons Have We Learned From The Covid Pandemic?
Apr 25, 2023
Philip Zelikow, director of the COVID Crisis Group and former executive director of the 9/11 Commission, shares insightful reflections on the lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic. He emphasizes the importance of effective communication strategies and preparedness for future health crises. Zelikow discusses how the U.S. response could be improved by applying insights from the pandemic, stressing actionable strategies over mere resources. The conversation also critiques the successes of Operation Warp Speed in vaccine distribution.
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COVID Crisis: A Crisis of Competence
- The COVID crisis stemmed from a lack of preparedness, not a lack of resources or scientific knowledge.
- The US had ample funding and scientific expertise but lacked the practical know-how and systems to effectively respond.
Pfizer's Role in Operation Warp Speed
- Pfizer, notably, declined to participate in the research and development aspect of Operation Warp Speed.
- However, they did participate in the manufacturing and distribution phases.
Operation Warp Speed: A Success Story
- Operation Warp Speed, the Trump administration's vaccine development program, was largely successful.
- Its success stemmed primarily from its manufacturing and distribution efforts, not research and development.
