The J&J vaccine pause, explained
So many Americans have been so focused for so long on getting vaccinated, reaching herd immunity and moving beyond the Covid-19 pandemic that news Tuesday that US agencies were recommending a pause in the use of one vaccine was a real kick in the gut.
That’s especially true for anyone, like me, who has rolled their eyes at a vaccine skeptic or encouraged their friends, neighbors and family members to get the shot.
As a result, I’ve been able to focus on nothing else today.
Note: If you’re read in on the J&J news, skip ahead to the standoff between the White House and Michigan’s Democratic governor over vaccine supply. I put that lower down because it affects fewer people. But it is extremely important.