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Bill Gates:Millions more will die in this pandemic,and 'freedom' hinders the disappointing U
• https://www.marketwatch.com By Shawn LangloisEmerging markets, where health-care systems and economies are already struggling, is where the pain will be most pronounced, he explained in a recent interview in the Economist.
But the U.S. is dealing with its own unique set of issues, as politics and conspiracy theories have contributed to what he said has been a disappointing response. Why? In the name of freedom.
According to Gates, Trump supporters have wielded "freedom" to make a political statement that continues to complicate the U.S. response to the pandemic. Refusing to wear a mask, for instance, is one way for them to signal their anger and resistance.
Will that change if Joe Biden wins the presidency? Don't count on it.
"I don't think a change in administrations will get people to wear masks," Gates said. "It's hard to see how we build that trust network and improved behavior. It'll mostly be incremental."