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In reply to the discussion: I do not see how, even with Biden as POTUS, the US will stop COVID-19 [View all]Mike 03
(18,690 posts)Authorize companies to mass produce N95 masks and PPE, which are still shamefully difficult to get.
He can roll out much more widespread and accurate testing.
He can institute serious contact tracing.
Prices will drop on all of the above because FEMA will no longer be hoarding this stuff and giving it back to corporations to resell at ridiculous prices. There won't be bidding wars between states for precious medical supplies.
If he would just do those things at least those of us who want to do the right thing can improve our chances.
If we can regain the Senate, Biden can implement immediate and targeted COVID relief packages and better stimulus program.
He could go further with mask mandates and lockdowns.
Also we'll have the CDC back in the driver's seat and Joe will allow scientists to directly speak to the public, not through the filter of quacks like Scott Atlas and the My Pillow Guy.
Trust will be regained in the vaccine process, because under Biden/Harris the FDA will not be under political pressure to rush out a junk vaccine.
A lot is possible!