The Soho Forum Debates

Did Capitalism Fail During the Pandemic?

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Apr 5, 2024
Joe Nocera and Gene Epstein debate the impact of capitalism during the pandemic, discussing globalization, cronyism in big pharma, and shortages of medical supplies. They explore private equity in nursing homes, profit motives in healthcare, rising income inequality, and the influence of crony capitalism on vaccine development. The debate touches on government-business alliances, economic consequences of lockdowns, and disparities in pandemic responses worldwide.
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