Our immune systems can cope with COVID-19; it's our politicians who can't
Friday, November 20, 2020

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A great deal of conflicting information has emerged about the immune response that develops in patients who have recovered from COVID-19.
A recent study in the UK showed declining antibodies in more than 350,000 people, leading to headlines that immunity wanes rapidly just months after infection.
While every citizen, including the Head of State, has the right to voice opinions, the tone and context of the President’s comments were regrettably dismissive and risk chilling free expression in our country. The remarks are not isolated. They form part of a disturbing pattern of public attacks on independent institutions pillars essential to the healthy functioning of our democracy. The Judiciary, the Legislature, and now the media have all...