The COVID-19 pandemic (2020-)
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Killed over a million Americans, caused massive economic disruption, accelerated remote work, and rapid vaccine development
- B
Was an insignificant outbreak with negligible economic impact and few documented U.S. cases
- C
Was avoided in the U.S. through early border closures and an immediate national vaccine rollout
- D
Affected only Asia, with the U.S. and Europe largely unaffected by infections or shutdowns
Explanation
Deeply polarizing politically; reshaped American work, education, and politics.