Long COVID: 5 Years On

The article argues that the global capitalist response to the COVID-19 pandemic has been disastrous, resulting in widespread death and disability and exacerbating existing inequalities. It claims this response was driven by prioritizing profit over human life, leading to the dismantling of public health systems and the enrichment of corporations. The piece criticizes governments worldwide for abandoning public health measures like mask mandates and lockdowns prematurely, driven by the demands of businesses and the financial elite. It points to the ongoing evolution of the virus and the potential for new, more dangerous variants, arguing that capitalist governments are intentionally ignoring the threat to protect economic interests. The article highlights the consequences of “long COVID” and the potential for chronic illness to further strain healthcare systems and impact the workforce. Overall, it frames the pandemic response as a deliberate act of class warfare, where the ruling class has sacrificed the health and well-being of the working class to safeguard its wealth and power. The article forecasts that without a fundamental shift away from capitalist priorities, the pandemic's devastating effects will continue to worsen. find the original article here: https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2025/04/12/zpfo-a12.html