Mystery or Secret? The source of the SARS Cov19 may never be known. If the source is unknown by anyone, then it is a mystery. If it is known but not widely understood, then it is a secret.
The story is maybe more important. How the telling and retelling shape public opinion is powerful. Think about mobs and crowds. Critical thinking doesn’t happen there. Reasoning and thoughtfulness doesn’t happen in groups.
To avoid taking responsibility some may choose deflection and redirection. Anger, confusion and grief are bubbling and boiling. It may be very easy to point a finger and start a stampede.
Making China a target may not turn out well. Many medical supplies, pharmaceuticals and maybe even future vaccines come from China. China as a trading partner is much better than China as an opponent.
Truth should always prevail. But diplomacy and sensitivity cannot be ignored.