Available Quote by Marco Rubio
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“We have seen that [Zika virus] has caused, and is causing, a whole series of problems for pregnant women and for their unborn children, and we are seeing that it is transmitted by mosquitos, and mosquitos are a serious matter during the summer in Florida. So we are very worried about those funds not being available. There is $500 million dollars available from the Ebola money that was not used. I think it is going to be used immediately.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional testimony, US Senate, 2016
The speaker highlights Zika’s threat to pregnant women, its mosquito transmission, and urges reallocation of unused Ebola funds for immediate response.
In simple terms: Zika is dangerous for pregnant women; need money fast.
Key Takeaway
Redirect Ebola funds to Zika response now.
Themes
public health
emergency response
funding
vectorborne disease
politics
Mood
concerned
urgent
determined
Type
policy
advocacy
informational
When to use this quote
- Florida summer mosquito season
- pregnant women care
- government budget planning
- public health emergency
- community awareness
Key Concepts
epidemiology
resource allocation
risk communication
Questions to Reflect On
- How can funds be allocated efficiently?
- What long‑term strategies reduce mosquito risk?
A Different Perspective
Limited funds may not cover all needs; implementation challenges remain.
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