On CNN’s Michael Smerconish Show, Smerconish claims that those not taking the vaccine are jeopardizing everyones else’s health by preventing the U.S. from reach herd immunity, but fails to recognize that those taking it may be jeopardizing their own health with some reported side effects and no long term viability studies conducted. Additionally, for those touting the vaccine, why should they worry about the virus if the vaccine truly works and prevents infection?
Perhaps the biggest issue is the CDC, which shows little confidence in the vaccine by giving new guidance that says people should still be wearing masks in large gathering even if fully vaccinated. Watch below:
Does the US need a better vaccine carrot — and a bigger stick?
CNN’s @smerconish: “If…encouragement fails, there is also the stick, which could be wielded by government and the private sector. Businesses have particular leverage” https://t.co/NYrLEyV96r pic.twitter.com/klDXLQirbb— CNN (@CNN) May 1, 2021