All good points and examples.
So as a result of the decisions of a few individuals we now have a whole lot of people who will be "self-monitoring" for the foreseeable future. Because that's worked out so well so far.
Now we have the court of public opinion taking action. Also going well.
*yes, I'm being sarcastic, but it's pretty much true*
The next logical question might be; who has the authority to enforce a quarantine on US citizens? It turns out the answer might be 'nobody'. I heard that come up briefly and quietly go down to 'probably state and local officials'.
I took a
quick peek, nothing in depth, and it looks like it might just be states or their health departments varying by state. (needs verification) Nothing could go wrong with that comprehensive plan.
I really hope some governing body has this front and center on their radar, it could go downhill quickly. Maybe it will get handed off to
Ron Klain.