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Re: Why is AIDS such a big deal?
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lugnet.off-topic.debate
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Tue, 9 May 2000 01:48:42 GMT
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In lugnet.off-topic.debate, Jeremy H. Sproat writes:
> In lugnet.off-topic.debate, Christopher L. Weeks writes:
> > Are you suggesting this as a real possibility, or as a logical argument to
> > Larry's point?
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> A logical argument to Larry's point. Plagues have a habit of overthrowing
> society.
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> It's also a real possibility, of course, though not necessarily a probable
> one. Certainly not probable on a large enough scale to pose a threat to U.S.
> national security as Clinton suggests.
The destablization of countries not a threat to US National Security? The loss
of a quarter of a country's workforce would destroy its economy. This could
damage the economy of neighboring countries or those that back them
financially. With what is going on between India and Pakistan, what do you
think would happen if a quarter of either country was felled by AIDS? These
scenarios might not be as far fetched as one might think...
Jeff
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| (...) Then, (...) will (...) A logical argument to Larry's point. Plagues have a habit of overthrowing society. It's also a real possibility, of course, though not necessarily a probable one. Certainly not probable on a large enough scale to pose a (...) (25 years ago, 9-May-00, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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