This analysis was excerpted from the April 29 edition of CNN's Meanwhile in America, the daily email about US politics for global readers. (CNN) This is one moment when the tired metaphor of world leaders being at war with Covid-19 might actually be apt. Battlefield commanders understand that decisions delivered in extreme conditions often require a purchasing of incremental benefits with the loss of human life. The world's national, regional and local politicians now face this question: How much new infection and death is acceptable while easing coronavirus lockdowns to head off Great Depression-style misery? From Israel to Italy, Hong Kong to Spain and France to star pupil New Zealand, governments are polishing plans to ease lockdowns.

Source: CNN April 29, 2020 19:18 UTC