After Saying COVID Would Only Kill 500 People, Law Professor Explains That He's ALWAYS Thought Courts Should Overrule Scientists
Briefly

Richard Epstein's attempt to downplay COVID-19's impact shows how dangerous miscalculating scientific data can be, especially when it affects public health policies.
Epstein's projections about COVID death tolls were significantly off, demonstrating the risks associated with disregarding expert consensus in favor of personal interpretations.
By underestimating the pandemic's consequences, Epstein not only misled the public but also reinforced the need for careful examination of scientific data in legal contexts.
The implications of Epstein's arguments highlight the potential for legal principles, like the Chevron doctrine, to lead to disastrous outcomes when applied to health crises.
Read at Above the Law
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