People Don't Have the Right to Stay Unvaccinated: Georgetown's Gostin

The video features an interview with Lawrence Gostin, a renowned professor of medicine and law, discussing the distinction between rights and privileges in the context of vaccination. Gostin argues that vaccination is not a right but a public health necessity to protect others. He highlights the legal backing for institutions requiring vaccinations and discusses the tension between state rights and public health mandates, particularly in states like Florida that have banned proof of vaccination systems.

What is the main distinction discussed between rights and privileges in the context of vaccination?

How does the speaker view the act of shaming unvaccinated individuals?

What legal stance does the speaker suggest regarding businesses and institutions requiring vaccinations?

What challenges does Florida face regarding vaccination proof and local mask mandates?

In what way does the speaker relate the concept of freedom to vaccination?