It may take months or years to develop an effective treatment for Covid-19. In the meantime, the U.S. needs to start thinking realistically about how to reopen the economy even if the pandemic continues, writes avik in this week's Saturday Essay.
President Trump outlined new federal guidelines on April 17 to reopen the country, saying governors should take a"phased and deliberate approach" to restart their state economies. Photo: William Volcov/Zuma PressAs the Covid-19 shutdown enters its second month, policy makers and commentators have emphasized that we’re not yet out of the woods.
Deaths and hospitalizations are continuing to rise, albeit more slowly than before. The flattening curves have encouraged some people to talk about reopening the economy, and others to rise in protest against ongoing restrictions, but most Americans remain cautious. We’ve been willing to endure the staggering economic damage because we’re convinced that it’s necessary for public health—and that the lockdowns won’t last too long.
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