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A Fauci Interview Like no Other

A Fauci Interview Like no Other

An example of why it's good to see different perspectives- even of your opponents.

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Jul 02, 2022
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Note: Cover image was from the website Hyperallergic with the following caption (for transparency):

“Andy Andersen’s depiction of Dr. Anthony Fauci as Saint Pantaleon the healer (courtesy the artist)”


There’s probably some Sun Tzu proverb out there along the lines of, “knowing thy enemy”. I suppose since I’m no good with proverbs I’ll just stick to this tiny little phrase even if I’ve butchered the language.

It’s always important to try to read the room; get a feel for what’s out there to see what people really think. In order to prevent ourselves from existing in an echo chamber it’s usually good to see the viewpoints of those who we disagree with more than those who we assume to be our companions.

And within that group is none other than Dr. Fauci.

I don’t think there’s really anyone who feels more pride than Fauci does in himself. He’s been heralded as the savior of us all in times of great turmoil. Well, at least that’s how they want to portray him as.

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