How big government has thwarted our response to COVID-19 Share Tweet Email By The FirstThu, May 28, 2020 Mike Slater speaks to author John Tierney about how the growth of government red tape has hampered our response to COVID-19. He also explains why he believes we overacted to the coronavirus pandemic. Watch: Sign up now! Sign up now! Never miss an important story or a must-see moment. Get the best news and videos delivered directly to your inbox every morning with the Up First email! Email Address