U.S. Facing Helium Shortage

American Voices • Opinion • ISSUE 48•26 • Jun 25, 2012

With its helium reserves rapidly depleting, the United States faces a shortage expected to have a detrimental effect on certain sectors of the economy. What do you think?

“Ah, the hell with balloons anyway. They were useless for getting me well soon.”
Jerry Faulk –
Lifeguard
“Greetings, earthling. We come in peace. See? Not as funny without the helium, is it?”
Dana Creamer –
Systems Analyst
“As a dirigible pilot since 1935, I thank God for an excuse to get out of this fucking business.”
Gary William –
Delineator

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