Ex-FDA Commissioner Says We May Need To 'Define A New Normal'

The video discusses the challenges posed by COVID-19, focusing on the need for better testing and data collection to control the virus. It highlights the importance of contact tracing and vaccination as part of the strategy to manage the pandemic. The video also covers the political dynamics within the committee overseeing the federal response, emphasizing the divide between members. Additionally, it touches on the need to consider international factors, particularly China's role, in the broader strategy to reopen the country.

What is identified as a fundamental failure that led to the country's shutdown?

• Poor public communication

• Lack of vaccines

• Insufficient hospital beds

• Inadequate testing

According to Dr. Tom Inglesby, how many contact tracers does the US need?

• 50,000

• 75,000

• 100,000

• 150,000

What is a key strategy mentioned to control the virus until vaccination is widespread?

• Contact tracing

• Social distancing

• Herd immunity

• Travel restrictions

What is one of the committee's focuses besides reopening the country?

• Enhancing public awareness

• Improving healthcare infrastructure

• Developing new vaccines

• Investigating China's role

How is the committee described in terms of its political composition?

• Independent

• Evenly split between Democrats and Republicans

• Majority Republican

• Majority Democrat