How the pandemic will shape the near future | Bill Gates

Bill Gates talks best (and worst) case scenarios for the coronavirus pandemic in the months ahead, explaining the challenges of reducing virus transmission, providing an update on promising vaccine candidates, offering his thoughts on reopening and even taking a moment to address conspiracy theories circulating about himself. Stay tuned for his critical call to fellow philanthropists to ramp up their action, ambition and awareness to create a better world for all. (This virtual conversation, hosted by head of TED Chris Anderson, was recorded June 29, 2020.)

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[kerlchin]

Mark Twain said that it's easier to fool people than to convince them that they have been fooled.

[lakid]

This man has absolutely ZERO degree that should allow him to do ANYTHING in medicine -

[annpettus]

Wow, every time he says something like "people are suffering" he breaks into a smile - not an embarrassed one, but a genuine, joyful smile. It happens over and over.

[proverbalizer]

somebody once said "the best way to predict the future is to create it"

[MuFFiNMaN_]

Lets raise awareness against human trafficking

[aparks]

i'm a simple man. i see bill gates in the video, i go straight to the comments

[twn]

Won't be long before this comment section is shut off.

[livelifejolly]

Yikes.. how can you be so excited and have a smirk on your face when discussing this topic... it's as if he's an proud creator. Showing off his work.

[paparu]

we're all thinking the same thing...i'm only here for the comments.

[ShobeirSheida]

Calling people "crazy" for not trusting an ultra-rich man with shady plans for the future of mankind, is the easiest way to lose your own credibility, dear "Ted". Rather learn how to communicate and stay objective, if you really want to deal with any presumed false theory.

[jacobvanveit]

Brewed a pot coffee just to read the comments here.

[Jeoisah]

Apparently being a billionaire tech mogul makes you a community health expert.

[HM-lwyl]

didn't even bother watching the video just went straight into the comments.

[mumuy]

Im actually glad on how much people are awake.. 👏👏

[QuestionEverythingButWHY]

“When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves.”
― Viktor E. Frankl, Man's Search for Meaning

[somguy]

How is it that Bill is not being held in Guantanamo or Nuremberg awaiting trial right now?

[brandnattion]

I still don't understand why Bill Gates is interviewed to answer Medical related questions, while we have specialists who may not be so rich but informative. Even Bill himself is referencing those uninvited expects.

[Gakk]

Reading these comments my faith in the human race is restored. Thank you people. Keep up the good work and research E-V-E-R-Y-T-H-I-N-G

[k-ro]

Voltaire- 1765: "Those who can make you believe absurdities, can make you commit atrocities".

[docall]

Who do you call when you need a doctor immediately?

Microsoft