Dire COVID-19 predictions by so-called experts proven wrong

Recent predictions concerning the coronavirus paint a very dire picture for the future. Some “expert” testimony has reinforced the predictions, even warning that we might be looking at the darkest winter in modern history.

Since this virus is so new, these predictions are only guesses. Maybe they are driven by wanting to err on the safe side, a desire to deal in sensationalism, or worse, to promote a political agenda.

In any event, they would have us believe that an extended lockdown is imperative. Those advocating for an extension of the lockdown get most of the coverage. Others with compelling reasons for ending it are rarely heard.

A portion of our society is dealing with the lockdown comfortably by working from home and never missing a paycheck. But what about those without jobs and those losing their businesses? Shouldn’t we care about our neighbor? If the economy collapses, many work-at-home jobs could evaporate. Think of suddenly being in the other guy’s shoes.

We have learned much about this virus in the past months. We know how to contain it. Specialized protective materials are in the pipeline for use, if needed. We have treatments that have shown great promise. And, we are on a fast track to produce a vaccine. With all this, I have a hard time believing the so-called experts. The second bout, if there is one, can’t even be close to what we have already experienced.

— David Breen,

Exeter Township