Brownstone Journal
It’s hard to generalize, but when reversals are based on better quality evidence, we should presume they’re in the public interest. However, when they are based on manufacturers pushing for a new market and other invested agencies, can we be sure?
The report ultimately lands on a clear position: that governments should take responsibility for public health decisions—how risks are assessed, how trade-offs are weighed, and how responses are chosen.
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