Warning:  This isn’t necessarily a fun read; however, it’s an educational ride that I hope will transform our thinking in a better way. 
 
Fact:  the financial impact of the novel coronavirus on the United States has been undeniable.  It is fair to say that COVID-19 has not only stirred a public health crisis, but it has prompted an economic crisis as well.  The Brookings Institute released its research on the impact of COVID-19 on the American financial system.  In an era of “fake news,” it's important to note that the “Brookings Institution is a nonprofit public policy organization based in Washington, DC. [Their] mission is to conduct in-depth research that leads to new ideas for solving problems facing society at the local, national and global level.” 
 
I know, I know, but you have to do that now. Anyway…