2020 Unfiltered: Pandemic, Misinformation, and Global Transformation
By Ava Morales

2020 Unfiltered offers a sweeping and meticulously researched examination of one of the most turbulent years in modern history. From the emergence of COVID-19 to the global response, this book chronicles the seismic shifts that reshaped health systems, economies, and societies worldwide. Ava Morales dives deep into the science, policy, and social narratives that emerged during the pandemic-illuminating how rapidly evolving information, political polarization, and digital platforms influenced public perception and trust.

Blending investigative insight with rigorous analysis, Morales explores controversial topics such as the lab leak hypothesis, asymptomatic transmission, natural immunity, and the changing guidance around masks and school closures. She also highlights the profound economic and cultural transformations sparked by the crisis-remote work, supply chain disruptions, mental health struggles, and the acceleration of digital infrastructure.

A vital chronicle of global uncertainty, 2020 Unfiltered encourages epistemological humility and transparency in crisis response. It is a thought-provoking resource for readers seeking to understand not just what happened, but why-and how we can move forward better prepared for the future.