Deciphering Risk in Times of the Coronavirus

It is not unusual, during a crisis, to listen to a leader say or read an advertising slogan that appeals to unity in the face of adversity and insinuates that “we are all in the same boat.” Undeniably, collective effort is key, especially these days when staying home is the most effective way to control a virus that spreads extremely quickly and can be lethal. But let’s not fool ourselves.