> I think it's more important to analyze why the US takes so long with implementing more impactful measures, e.g. distancing measures like canceling events are

> I think it's more important to analyze why the US takes so long with implementing more impactful measures, e.g. distancing measures like canceling events are still just strong recommondations, and not enforced. Americans have a long and proud tradition of doing the opposite of what the government tells us to do. Ordering events cancelled and stores closed would probably lead more people to go out, just to defy the orders.