Originally Posted by
mrcumalot
I think it's pretty much accepted by the vast majority of the scientists that the best way of containing the virus is through lockdown, social distancing, regular washing of hands, contact tracing on positive tests and quarantining of contacts. I pretty much think that is beyond dispute.
The counter argument is based on the economic damage to the global economy. I guess it's a case of whether you value people's lives as being more important than the pursuit of money! I know which camp I am in but I guess everyone is different.