Maddow: Blue states 'taking matters into their own hands' on vaccines

Public Health Governance & State Initiatives - Several states are independently addressing public health concerns due to perceived federal government shortcomings [1][2] - States are exploring options like bulk purchasing COVID-19 vaccines directly from manufacturers [1] - Some states are forming coalitions to coordinate on vaccine purchase and distribution [2][4] - States are implementing their own requirements for health insurers to cover recommended vaccines [2] Criticism of Federal Health Agencies - Governors argue that the CDC has become politicized, promoting ideology over science [3] - The Trump administration is accused of dismantling elements of the CDC [2] Regional Public Health Alliances - A West Coast public health alliance includes Oregon, California, Washington, and Hawaii [2] - States are taking action to ensure their residents have access to COVID-19 vaccines [4] Potential Consequences - Concerns are raised about the emergence of "red state science" versus "blue state science" and the implications for managing infectious diseases [5]