Michael Wilrich

Chair of the history department at Brandeis University and author of "POX, An American History," providing historical context on vaccination and the Jacobson case.

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Mar 26, 2021 • 41min

The original anti-vaxxer

Pastor Robin Luchahan, current leader of the church founded by Henning Jacobson, shares insights on the historical significance of Jacobson's anti-vaccine stance. Michael Wilrich, a historian from Brandeis University, dives into the cultural roots of vaccine skepticism in America. Wendy Parmet, a health policy expert, offers a legal perspective on Jacobson's Supreme Court case, emphasizing the clash between individual rights and public health. The discussion links Jacobson's legacy to today's ongoing debates about vaccination and personal liberties.

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