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COVID-19: Who pays when the politicians get it wrong?

December 17, 2020

As the year 2020 ends and the pandemic rages, many governments are tightening rules. Are citizens paying for politicians' prior errors? Guests: Julia Fischer (science journalist), Derek Scally (The Irish Times), Matthew Karnitschnig (Politico)

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DW To the Point | Deutsch | Matthew Karnitschnig
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Matthew Karnitschnig, Chief Europe Correspondent for Politico. He says: “Germany’s COVID-19 policy is economically exactly what the doctor ordered. The new lockdown in the quiet season couldn’t have been better.” 

DW To the Point | Deutsch | Julia Fischer
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Julia Fischer is a Berlin based journalist and physician who reports on science and medicine for radio broadcasters. Her opinion: "This year beloved traditions can have life-threatening consequences. Everyone who does not attend big get-togethers saves lifes."

DW To the Point | Deutsch | Derek Scally
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Derek Scally, Correspondent with The Irish Times. He thinks: "Ireland did it right in the second wave: after a six-week lockdown the Irish are looking forward to a relatively relaxed Christmas and New Year."