As Americans, one of the things that defines us is our outlook on the world. We tend to look for (and find) the opportunities around every corner; we’re confident in our ability to overcome even the deepest challenges; we believe we will rise to the occasion; and, we believe in each other (yes, even in spite of our recent and multiple crises and political polarization).
No one likes to confront the possibility that this pandemic and its economic impact will be felt for a long time and that it could possibly change the world in uncomfortable ways, and perhaps forever. No one wants to think the worst. But maybe we should.