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Sen. Bill Cassidy says "having measles is not a kind of victimless experience"

Sen. Bill Cassidy says "having measles is not a kind of victimless experience"

Summary

Senator Bill Cassidy, a doctor and Republican, said measles is harmful not only to the person who gets it but also to others. He compared having measles to drunk driving, explaining that it can cause harm beyond the individual.

Key Facts

  • Senator Bill Cassidy is a Republican and a licensed medical doctor.
  • He spoke about the growing measles epidemic on "Face the Nation."
  • Cassidy said having measles is not just harmful to the person who catches it.
  • He compared measles to drunk driving, meaning it can hurt other people too.
  • Cassidy’s point was to highlight the risks measles poses to the community, not just individuals.
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