I wouldn't be surprised if there are people all over the world who are breaking stay at home orders and would not specifically call out Americans as self-centered or childish. I do understand people want life to be normal again, but the hard-headedness is not something all should have to pay consequences for. The more political pressure that is exerted the more likely we are to cave. Just trying to find a talk I started listening to on the beneficial side of being a more disciplined, rules based society in going through a pandemic.

Additionally, ideas of separation are not just limited to this pandemic, but what about other behavior certain people want to engage in and others want no part of such as drug use or criminal behavior. Certain behaviors do pour over and negatively impact the larger society. For some it is acceptable, others want no part ,but are forced to deal with the consequences. Borders clearly define here and there. Separation is important in some ways.

@Bobby9 Bobby, I've traveled all over the world and I know that, in many cases, Americans are spoiled, self-centered and unwilling to see ourselves from other nations' viewpoint. Kenyans are among the most charitable, caring and warm people I've ever known. How much time have you spent there?

@Flowerwall Exactly! The cult of the pustule encourages them to rant and rave about their ''religious freedoms" and ''personal freedoms,'' which apparently allow them to disregard all social responsibility. Wonder how many will wash down their Kool-Aid with bleach?