Bush's Smallpox-Vaccination Plan

President Bush’s smallpox-vaccination plan has sparked controversy, as the vaccine carries a small risk of severe and even deadly side effects. What do you think?


“I don’t care if thousands of Americans could die–

Robert Clausen • Architect

“I’m sticking with my political party on the whole smallpox issue.”

Meredith Vreeland • Homemaker

“Will we also be vaccinating against pipe bombs? We

RichardEdwards • Systems Analyst

“I’m sticking with my political party on the whole smallpox issue.”

Mitchell Swan • Cashier

“I’m all for it, but only if I get to vaccinate myself. I have this cool antique lancet I’ve always wanted to use.”

Maria King • Therapist

“Call me a paranoid schizophrenic, but I must confess to being fretful about the government forcibly injecting stuff into me. I’m a bit of a worrywart in that area.”

Mark Samuel • Contractor




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