could be reimagined and kids from anywhere could access great teaching through technology? Remember how hard teachers pushed back to say schools are communities that can't be replicated online? But now they're saying remote learning is fine. Don't they see how this will go down...

ironies abound...
You sound bitter.
I don't think she sounds bitter. She's just pointing out that people are talking out of their asses.
OP: I truly believe no one is thinking long-term about consequences. For students, schools, teachers, etc. I just wish people would stop reacting and work together to consider all perspectives and all consequences.