Very interesting post. FReepers would be well advised to remember the Spanish Flu outbreak from the early 1900s which killed millions. Here's a chance for the Bush Admin to get out ahead of a emergency. Think they'll do it??
Actually - the CDC has directed all states to develop a preparedness response plan specific to influenza and most plans are nearly complete. Most states already have plans to deal with a mass outbreak of disease. Disease outbreaks are usually handled very well (hepatitis A exposure, small flu outbreaks, measles outbreaks, pertussis, etc). MSM just over reacts to every little story...
By golly you're right! It's the government's job to protect us. We have no responsibility for our own well being, we're just victims.