Who does COVID-19 hurt most? Perceptions of unequal impact and political implications.

ABSTRACT: While the overall impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on U.S. population health has been devastating, it has not affected everyone equally. The risks of hospitalization and death from the disease are relatively low for the population as a whole, but much higher for specific subpopulations defined by age, health status, and race or ethnicity. The extent to which Americans perceive these disparities is an open question, with potentially important political implications. Recognition of unequal impacts may prime concerns about justice and fairness, making Americans more concerned and willing to support government intervention. On the other hand, belief that the pandemic primarily threatens "other people" or out-groups may reduce, rather than increase, a person's concern. Partisanship and media con

SUBMITTER: Gollust SE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10007717 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature