Commentary
Gov. Gavin Newsom recently signed into law Assembly Bill 2098, whose exact language reads:
It shall constitute unprofessional conduct for a physician and surgeon to disseminate misinformation or disinformation related to COVID-19, including false or misleading information regarding the nature and risks of the virus, its prevention and treatment; and the development, safety, and effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines. … ‘Misinformation’ means false information that is contradicted by contemporary scientific consensus contrary to the standard of care.
Although not a physician or surgeon, on Oct. 17 he violated the spirit of AB 2098 himself by announcing next Feb. 28 will be the end of the COVID-19 State of Emergency he declared almost three years ago. According to Pew Trusts last May 19, “Most States Have Ended Their COVID Health Emergencies”—five months go….