HPV Controversy: Join the Live Chat
In yesterday's debate, Michele Bachmann challenged Gov. Rick Perry on his 2007 executive order that required Texas schoolgirls to receive vaccinations against the sexually transmitted HPV virus, Bachmann suggested the governor acted for purely political reasons. What's the real story?
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Good Night!! I am so sleepy!
Wow, Anderson......
They are heroes in my book to lift heavy car he was underneath!!!!!!!!!! They are amazing people I have seen!!!! I am glad he is stable condition or okay!!!!
Good night Anderson, everyone and my friends!!!!!!!
See you on Thursday night, Have a great night & Sleep tight everyone!!!
That's so silly I like ridiculist Jon Hustman , LOL! So funny Anderson, Thanks Anderson!!!! I agree with you, I love his funny expression face!!!!!! LOL!!! He is right! 🙂
Anderson,
Have a great night & good sleep at home after work!!!
See you on Thursday night!!! Just a plenty sleep at home!
Good Evening Everyone!
Makes you proud for all those good samaritans that saved the motorcyclist. They turned a very bad situation around.
Hope we'll hear more about them in the future.
Goodnight everyone. Loved your new show Anderson. Love AC360 too – getting a double dose weekdays now, lucky us!
Great to see the Ridiculist back tonight.
Thank you and good night Anderson & Team 360.
Good night fellow witers. As always i wish you all a safe & peaceful day tomorrow.
I heard someone say last night on CNN, after the debate, that Huntsman need to develop a sense of humor. Can't wait for Anderson's "take" on this on the Ridiculist! My favorite sgement!!
Huntsman needs some advice. I like him. Good night! I love you guys! XO
It was a lovely act of group compassion!
WoW that is the American way! Love the way strangers pull together in a disaster! High five! ( that was for you Anderson) haha
Gary Tuchman and Drew Griffin are great reporters I always like their work
the car-rescue clip is pretty amazing
Communities are wonderful!
There are a lot of crimes known by people through witness or confession. many don't want to take the high risk. Scary~! Ask Perry about the gang activity in TX. it's not good.
Betty,
I agree with you....... Not good news for me to hear what he have done!
It's no worse than Obama's state of Illinois. Some people just don't care for Republicans and that's absolutely their choice.
We also want families to stay together.
Yes we do Gloria! Good point!
Trust Gary T. to find such an interesting report!
How can the gov. be willing to split up the family & put the mother & son in such danger!
Thank God for Jeff Toobin! If he finds it an outrage, then i believe it is one too! This is Not an illegal immigration issue!
I agree Anderson, Trust in the Gov. is suspect in this case at least.
Starr,
I agree all of your comment, You are so absolutely right!
Good evening everyone.
Regarding the GOP debate – I still couldn't see a good candidate during the debate. There may be some good candidates up on the podium but they are being drowned out media-wise by good-looking, charismatic truth-benders that are not presidential material. Maybe that's what they are trying to do – get candidantes that attract the media, forget what credientials, integrity, or knowledge they have.
I agree with you Janis. The only monderate would appear to be Huntsman.
But now that he is on the Rediculist, i have doubts about him as a candidate (smile)
Well, that certainly sounds familiar!
Please don’t separate the family US Government must act on their promise
I hope & pray that the hikers in Iran will be set free ASAP.
Glow-in – the- dark kitties. I hope they will find good homes. I would adopt one, even thought it would be a little disconcerting at first.
I saw the upcoming rescue of the biker under the car. Truly remarkable and courageous of those people to rescue him! It is good to the good people who worked together to save a life! I wish All people would be that way.
When you think about it, this kind of focus, courage would be good to come from our Congress to save our county right now! I gues i'm just wishful thinking.
Anderson,
I love so cute glow cat!!!!!!!!!!! It is so amazing glow I have seen this!!!!! 🙂
Weird cats.
Good discussion with Thomas Friedman, Anderson–especially after the weak exchange between the Republican candidates.
He had the wrong crowd.
Did everyone over look that the FDA approved Gardasil for use in females ages 9 – 26in June 8, 2006?
Scott... and who was President at that time ? Of course it was 'put the money in my pocket or my friends pocket' – Bush. He allowed so many evil things to happen during his presidency.
The President had nothing to do with the approval of Gardasil for that age group. At that age, the body is prime for immunity and also it may be pointless to vaccinate once a female (and now male) has had sex.
Scott,
Yes or no........ They don't approved few years back.......... I don't know if they approve this as well.
Anderson,
Yes!!!! I think You are so absolutely right, All candidates doesn't know how many numbers are....... I am so shocked they were talking being vaccine cancer........ We do something to help all women take shot!!!!!
I'm an RN and retired as an Occupational Health Nurse that specialized in Communicable Diseases. I dislike Bachman to the nth degree... but if she had done a little more research she would have read just how dangerous that vaccine is... it should not be mandatory. The drug companies have to many people in their pockets and Perry is one of them. Get a copy of the side effects and make an informed decision. Hepatitis B is also another vaccine the drug companies push on children. Why do they need to be protected from a blood borne pathogen ? They don't unless they are sharing needles... etc. The drug companies are dangerous in so many ways.
As a Pediatric Nurse, it is irresponsible to not vaccinate children against communicable diseases. The HPV vaccine should most definitely be voluntary and after the consumer does research. It has the potential to save many lives from cervical cancer but, just like all medications and vaccines, does not come without risk. The consumers only need to ask themselves if, for themselves, the benefits outweigh the risks. People forget that you are your own advocate when it comes to healthcare. If you are unsure of something, do your own research. Do not just listen to what others tell you. Make an informed decision.
Totally agree with you!! This is not a disease that is caught like the flu. Therefore, it should be optional.
Perhaps we should research hepatitis B. Do you have any idea how long that virus can live anywhere, not in blood, but on your desk, sink, counter, lunch box. And Anderson said, hep b is often sexually transmitted as well. The hep B vaccine has proven to be very effective.
Small government, balance budget, cut spending Ron Paul ideas but he was booed last night when he was talking about spending cut I was shocked I don’t know what tea party wants to cut
Let's keep it honest Anderson, I don't think the Congresswoman objects to mandating vaccinations as you pointed out in your program tonight, but rather objects to one person mandating the use of a vaccination on little girls to prevent a duisease that is contracted solely by a sexual encounter. My wife is an OB/GYN and she recommends that girls get the vaccination in her practice, but to mandate it is just wrong. Parents and girls should make informed decisions without being told by their Governor that this vaccination is required.
Required with an opt out we should keep in mind.
Totally agree!!! Informed consent, not mandated.
Good point. And I am for less governement – which would also mean not mandating what vaccines I take. Should not be opt out – should be opt in – as it is. To say that – I would support the vaccine – as my choice.
"Oh what a wonderful world" if we could count on Everyone educating themselves on all the facts and consequently make an intelligent decision. There is no chance of that ever happening. The HPV virus is a difficult issue to understand. How many know which HPV viruses are responsible for cancer? We let emotion take over too often.
This is why I watch AC360. Despite all the differences we all have – Anderson always shares news of people coming together as well. Others focus only on the drama – so proud to see this news of people sharing a common goal and saving a mans life.
And I bet your wife also accepts gifts from Drug Reps and I bet they even supply her office with free meals when they visit. Most doctors do push the meds that reps give them. They also need to be held accountable.
I feel the same way about Perry as I did Bush. You all do not want him for President!
Perry seems to be even more conservative and "slick" than Bush.
Neither of them got or will get my vote.
I truly am an independent currently supporting no candidate. However, I do not find him slick. He just calls it as he says it. I like that he does not back down on anything he has said.
Rick Perry is typical politician
I agree!!!!!!!!!
I am 57 years old. I remember politics going back to 1960 when my mother supported Kennedy while my dad supported Nixon, so I grew up hearing both sides. In my entire life I have never heard a more absurd and despicable candidate running for President than Michelle Bachmann (with the possible exception of Barry Goldwater, who wanted to nuke everybody). I also study history, so I think I am qualified to say this: anybody who is even thinking about voting for her needs mental help. She is a caricature of a candidate. She is dangerous. She can't even speak well, she sounds extremely disturbed and she obviously is. And she is a member of the United States House of Representatives! How embarrasing is THAT to the rest of the world? Americans actually voted her in – her opponent must have been a gargoyle or something. CNN – Please stop giving her any attention whatsoever, she needs to be marginalized and any time you mention her name, an imbalanced voter might actually think she's viable and vote for her. Thank you.
Enjoyed your post Joshua. I agree she is "dangerous" because her level of knowledge is seriously lacking!
I agree with you some time polls asked a question “ is country going on wrong direction” My answer is yes because Michele Bachmann member of US congress
Ah yes Anderson, us texans know a lot more $$$$ than 5k was received by Perry. A lot I am sure.
Welcome back. The facts suggest Texas likes him.
Not this Texan!
Agree BettyAnn re: Perry supporters.
As a neighbor in NM, we get a lot of Texans who come to visit. To hear it from many of them and other sources, Perry is not nearly as liked as many people may thing.
Also, as his record as Governor emerges, i suspect many others will not like his record either.
I really do not think he would have won the last election if the unpopular Houston Mayor was not running against him. I voted for the Mayor anywho. Geez~ You are so right! Texans just had to "settle"
I think what Bachmann meant was that she, Michele Bachmann developed mental retardation after talking to a tea partier. She wouldn't know the truth if it bit her in the butt. What a loon!
Good point exactly, Mike!!!!!!
I've heard numerous and numerous stories of sever side effect from the vaccine. There is even a support group in my town. While no one did a study yet on it to prove it......it worrys me because the drug is soooo new and no long-term studies have been done to prove anything either way. My daughter should not be one of the unfortunate severe side effects that was ignored simply because it did not fit the facts.
I'm only a senior in high school and can promise you that even our most right-winged religious "righteous" ids at our school think she's a cook.
HPV vaccine should NOT be mandatory. HPV can be prevented by other means, and forcing a vaccine is not the way. It should be optional. Also, the drug is too new. Sometimes full side effects are not seen for years and years and years. I would not want my daughter forced to take a new vaccine when the disease it prevents can be prevented in other ways.
What are those other ways and how realistic are they?
What are some other ways to "prevent" cancer?
Hello 360 bloggers! Don't get me wrong, I am not a Perry supporter but a vaccine to prevent cancer will always be supported by many. I am one of those! We give our children other vaccines to protect them, why not prevent against cancer. FYI: The word "cancer" was used way too much in the debate last night.
It should be optional. HPV can be prevented by other means. Everyone should have the choice, not forced.
I know some teenages who have died from Cervical cancer who would be here now if they had taken the vaccine. Please give me any cancer vaccination I can get. I have seen the suffering!
I'm not saying that the vaccine will not work..but it should not be forced. Option is best.
Opting out is always a choice.
Betty,
Good point, my friend!!!!!!!!!
Thanks Megan! 🙂
I agree. There are very, very few reliable ways if any to prevent the cancer-causing HPV virus.
What's in question is the attempt to make the vaccine a required immunization for children instead of a choice. The "opt-out" should have been a mute point.
Who would profit other than the drug company? Is she on the Merck board?
Michele Bachmann always like that she never do the home work remember she gave wrong numbers about president trip to India
Evening Anderson & Team 360.
Hello blogger friends!
If Perry can't be bought for $5000, how much can he be bought for? No state should be allowed to Mandate such vaccinations, the parents should decide! In terms of infant & toddler vaccines, i believe most of those should be considered necessary to risk the child becoming ill, or making other children ill who many not have received pre-school vaccines.
Ms. Bachman, as usual, does Not know a thing about what she was talking about re: injection. Apparently, she does not feel she needs to research Anythings she said.
Exactly right, Starr!!!!!!!!!!
Totally I agree with you
Anderson, to add fair balance, perhaps present contributions by Merck and other drug companies to all candidates. Don't think you will find many differences among parties.
He is dumb for saying 5K can't buy him. She is dumb for not asking how much can buy him.
Saray,
Good point!!!!!!
My thoughts exactly Saray! You said it better than i could.
I agree Starr! FYI: no fires in TX out of control right now. Still very parched. Stay tuned! Hope you are well my friend!xoxo
So Very relieved for you BettyAnn. Like i said, we had the fires st Sandia Labs & surrounding area. The smoke was thick and i had a to-go bag & all pets needs by the door to get out of here ASAP if necessary.
Very pleased to hear you remain safe for now. I'm still praying for rain for Texas!
Her asking that question would have made her look even dumber.
Good evening everyone
Is it me or are these people getting more extreme by the day. I mean what has happened to civility. The fact that none of them said they would help 30 year old on death bed only cuz he didn't get insurance is distrubing.
I agree with you again. Disturbing indeed. Aren't most of these folks Christian? Didn't Christ encourage compassion and help for the poor among us. Hypocritical to said the Least!
That was greatly exaggerated by some MSM. Maybe review the entire segment.
Hellooooo everyone and Anderson!!!!
Thanks for coming in for join us tonight! 😀
Hope you have great weekend! 🙂
Wow!!!!!!! Governor Perry busted and lied, I don't believe what he said!!!!!! YIKES!!!
Busted and lied about what?
Talked about his policy taxes as well and he was bad news to tell me that was flat lied to us as well........ He won't have SSI or Healthcare as well.
Last night Bachmann truly made a fool of herself. She should get herself educated on the subjects on which she intends to use to injure her opponents.
Cathy,
I agree with you, She doesn't know what she had said to people....... She will not able be candidate president in the future.
Anderson,
Hi! It's great to see you on.
–Interesting debate topic.
Greetings all...
Good Evening Everyone! Greetings!