Primary Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 300–500 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas.

For this Discussion Board, please complete the following:

Think about the COVID-19 pandemic and the role that the government played in addressing public health. How did this differ from other nations? Explore the following articles for more information:

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Respond to the following questions:

· What role do you feel the government should play in response to a pandemic?

· How does political philosophy dictate the responses reflected in policy?

· What role does (did) technology play?