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American Voices

Tuesday, April 28, 2009

Swine Flu Epidemic Hits U.S.

Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano declared a public health emergency after a Mexican swine flu epidemic hit the United States. What do you think?

Old Man

Charlie Sarris,
Garage Door Hanger
“I had a glass of orange juice this morning. I'll be fine.”

Young Woman

Heidi Crittenden,
Pig Farmer
“Can you get infected if you work in Mexico at a pig farm where all the pigs are infected and you take no health precautions? If so, I have made some terrible life decisions.”

Asian Man

Sam Smith,
Insulation Cutter
"Let's see if I can recall what precautions I took during the last outbreak of swine flu back in 1976. Oh, yes, I bought some oregano from a guy at an Atlanta Rhythm Section concert and scorched my chest trying to iron on a 'Beaver Patrol' decal."

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