My “Books-to-Read” Wish List: Recently Added 

In Covid’s Wake: How Our Politics Failed Us 

By Stephen Macedo and Frances Lee
Published March 11, 2025
392 pages

In In Covid’s Wake, political scientists Stephen Macedo and Frances Lee explore how governments, influenced by China’s strict lockdowns, veered from established pandemic plans during COVID-19. They contend that these measures lacked solid evidence, disproportionately affected vulnerable groups, and that dissenting opinions were often suppressed, leading to a decline in public trust. The authors advocate for a return to open-mindedness and transparency in future policymaking.

Why It’s on My List 

Three reasons:

1. After spending four years following and writing about the COVID phenomenon/fiasco, I’m inclined to at least glance at any new books on the subject.

2. When those books offer a fresh perspective – in this case, the authors are self-described “progressives” and gay rights activists – I’m doubly curious.

3. I’ve come across some strongly positive reviews for the book. Two examples:

“A gripping, devastating read… a piece of first-class investigative journalism.” – The Guardian

“Eye-opening… persuasively and passionately details what went wrong.” – Daniel Bell, Literary Review