Ebola Panic Level: High! But Why?

Ebola Panic Level: High! But Why?

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The transcript discusses the intense scrutiny faced by the administration from Congress over its handling of the Ebola crisis. It highlights Senator Ted Cruz's criticism of the White House's policy, suggesting it is driven by political correctness, and his call for a travel ban on some West African countries. The conversation also delves into whether the reactions are fear mongering or responsible oversight. Despite public anxiety, the likelihood of an Ebola pandemic in the U.S. is deemed low, with more concern over media-driven fear. A Fox News poll reveals that a significant portion of Americans believe global conditions are deteriorating.

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What did the speaker imply about the likelihood of Ebola becoming a pandemic in the United States?

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What percentage of Americans believed that things in the world are going 'to hell in a handbasket'?

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