TRIGGERnometry Peter Hitchens: "The Lockdown is a Catastrophe"
May 31, 2020
Peter Hitchens, a journalist and author known for his contrarian views, dives headfirst into the fallout of COVID-19 lockdowns. He critiques the government’s handling of the pandemic, arguing that the measures were overly restrictive and detrimental to personal freedoms. Hitchens contrasts Western strategies with Sweden's approach and highlights the mental health crisis stemming from lockdowns. He also discusses the decline of political leadership, the dangers of censorship, and the media's role in shaping public perception during crises.
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Imperial College Model Criticism
- The Imperial College model's predictions were flawed and overly pessimistic.
- The government should have considered alternative expert opinions and not solely relied on Imperial College.
Misuse of Science
- Politicians misused "the science" as a shield for their decisions.
- Science is a continuous debate, not a settled body of facts.
Big Tech Censorship
- Big tech censorship mirrors government censorship, suppressing dissenting voices.
- This control over information is dangerous in a free society.

