The United States had six times the coronavirus infection rate of Germany. After adjusting for population, the United States had 2,307 infections per 100,000 residents vs. 382 in Germany, The Post’s data shows. In the United States, unemployment benefits typically cover about 50 percent of the median worker’s wages. In contrast, the United States needed Congress to pass legislation in March and April — and needs it again in the fall. German workers who had their hours reduced or cut to zero didn’t have to do anything to start receiving government aid.

Source: Washington Post October 13, 2020 16:44 UTC