I am sure commuting plays a significant part in the transmission of the flu. It's hard to isolate our area from the Bay Area, so when something happens in the Bay Area, we assume it will be here shortly.

I'm sure they're investigating everyone who was in the area.

I expect this to be a significant area of ballot initiative in 2006.

It's significant, without doubt, and it was released into a sensitive area.

The essential American soul is hard, isolate, stoic and a killer

We have enough physicians to take care of the community, but if you go to an emergency room or try to get an appointment, you will recognize that shortage very quickly. It's concerning if there is an outbreak of pandemic flu or (a) significant medical problem. The resources are already stretched to their limits.