American Voices

Midwest Mumps Epidemic

May 3, 2006 | ISSUE 42•18

The number of mumps cases has grown to more than 1,100 across eight Midwestern states in the largest outbreak in nearly two decades. What do you think?

  • Finally. God has seen fit to punish Midwesterners for their depraved, decadent 'lifestyle.'

    Sam Wilson
    Baker

  • Because of the swollen glands, we should also see a spike in Godfather impressions.

    Becky Anderson
    Beautician

  • Every time a deadly disease affects people in the Midwest, you hear about it in the news. It's like New York and Los Angeles don't even exist.

    Vlad Paretski
    Herpetologist

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