There are two dominant narratives about Large Language Models:
Narrative 1: “AI is magic and will replace us all!” → Exaggerated, creates hype and fear
Narrative 2: “AI is dumb and useless!” → Ignorant, misses real value
Introduction # Christian Drosten, often referred to as “Germany’s Corona explainer,” became a central figure during the pandemic. However, a closer examination of his scientific methods and political reversals raises fundamental questions about the role of scientists in pandemic politics. His career reveals a system of rapidly developed tests, contradictory statements, and questionable institutional arrangements that deserve critical review.
