Americans faced unprecedented challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic with disruptions throughout our lives and livelihoods, often compounded by politicized decisions that continue to impact us today. As we look forward, many are asking questions about the after-effects of this experience. So what are America’s prospects for life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness? Did the pandemic create opportunities and advancements? What failures should we address? 

Moderator: Thomas Binion, Vice President, Government Relations, The Heritage Foundation 

Doug Badger, Senior Fellow, Domestic Policy Studies, The Heritage Foundation 

Peter St. Onge, Ph.D., Research Fellow, Economic Policy, The Heritage Foundation