Great Barrington Declaration

The Great Barrington Declaration is an open statement released in 2020 by some public health scientists and medical professionals. It argues against strict COVID-19 restrictions like lockdowns, claiming they can harm society and economy. Instead, it suggests protecting vulnerable populations while allowing the rest of society to return to normal. The idea is to achieve “herd immunity” naturally while minimizing overall harm. However, the approach is controversial, with many experts arguing that it underestimates the risks of COVID-19 spread and overstates the safety of allowing a vulnerable population to go unprotected.