“If can save even one life, it was worth it.” This isn’t a new statement or idea, but we’ve been hearing it a lot lately as some public officials discuss how we need to address the coronavirus pandemic. Andrew Cuomo, the Governor of New York, has been saying this as the case and death toll expand in New York. It’s his justification for every step he takes. And because no one wants to look heartless or careless, no one will address the concept. But I will. This idea is, in fact, a horrible way to address public policy of…

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