Death threats, misinformation and dedication to public service: Dr Anthony Fauci discusses his personal experiences of the covid–19 pandemic with The Economist’s deputy editor, Edward Carr.
00:00 - Who is Dr Anthony Fauci?
00:38 - Should scientists be apolitical?
01:30 - The importance of political neutrality
03:55 - Being a scientist in public service
05:30 - Has science become politicised?
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