Encyclopedia of Opinion
Question
Why are there so many coronavirus cases in the US?
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Slow American political response

This position holds that a slow American political response explains the high number of US coronavirus cases. It argues President Trump failed to treat the virus as a serious public health threat until it was too late, choosing not to act and putting the economy first.

Supporting arguments · 2

  1. President Trump chose not to act
    The President claimed the threat posed by COVID-19 was exaggerated to avoid taking decisive action.
  2. Putting the economy first
    Prioritising economic growth at all costs has led to poor policy decisions.