Suppressed information in the early stages of the COVID-19 outbreak resulted in significant loss of life. The Chinese government's lack of civil and political rights and incentive to lie to the international community were contributing factors.
The suppression of voices sounding the alarm in the early days of the COVID-19 outbreak led to significant loss of life. The lack of civil and political rights in countries like China can lead to governments prioritizing their own interests over the well-being of their citizens in times of crisis.
Jamie Metzl shared his experience attending a virtual event where he was able to ask a question to the speaker despite technical difficulties and disorganization.