When Dr. Salk (who developed the polio vaccine in the 1950s) was asked who owns the vaccine’s patent, he said, “Well, the people, I would say.” Universal no-cost or low-cost access to the vaccine was central to its success. It must also be with a COVID-19 vaccine.

When Dr. Salk (who developed the polio vaccine in the 1950s) was asked who owns the vaccine’s patent, he said, “Well, the people, I would say.”
Universal no-cost or low-cost access to the vaccine was central to its success. It must also be with a COVID-19 vaccine. https://t.co/e6BCNcWSwN

— Amy McGrath (@AmyMcGrathKY) April 23, 2020