Bush may deploy military if bird flu breaks out
Tuesday, October 4, 2005
President Bush has asked Congress to discuss the option of allowing him to deploy military resources if avian flu breaks out in America.
"I'm concerned about what an avian flu outbreak could mean for the United States and the world," said the president in a conference today. The president also expressed concern that local response would be slow, given the precedent provided by the recent gulf coast hurricane disasters, the aftermath of which has triggered widespread criticism for what many view as instances of long-delayed and inadequate delivery on the part of the white house and congress. "I want there to be a robust discussion about the best way for the federal government, in certain extreme circumstances, to be able to rally assets for the good of the people," the President said previously.
Avian flu is not currently able to easily pass from human to human, limiting epidemics. The president and others warn that the virus may mutate into a form that more easily spreads through social contact.
Sources
- "Bush: Military may have to help if bird flu breaks out" — CNN, October 4, 2005
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