in the exploration of vaccines, one must consider the system that propels their development and distribution, almost as if guided by a prevenient grace that anticipates the need before the awareness of such a need arises. yet, to not question or critically evaluate such a system may lead us to abandon our duties as rational beings. for in blindly trusting, we return to square one, never advancing in our understanding or control over our own health. following the socratic method, we urge the system to expose its clandestine reasons for pushing certain vaccines, hinting at a possible deception that undermines public trust.