In January 2014, 102 measles cases linked to an outbreak at Disneyland were reported in 14 states. The outbreak alarmed the CDC, which declared the disease eliminated in the U.S. in the year 2000. Many health officials have tied the outbreak to the rising number of unvaccinated children under the age of 12. Proponents of a mandate argue that vaccines are necessary in order to insure herd immunity against preventable diseases. Herd immunity protects people who are unable to get vaccines due to their age or health condition. Opponents of a mandate believe the government should not be able to decide which vaccines their children should receive. Some opponents also believe there is a link between vaccinations and autism and vaccinating their children will have destructive consequences on their early childhood development.
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if they want to get vaccinated they should have that choice.
It depends on the age of the child. it shouldn't be regulated by the government and parents should have a say, but the children themself once they reach the proper age, should have a say.
I think if the child is too young to decide than it is up to the parents.
@9YCWHFJPeace and Freedom7mos7MO
No, It should be the parents' decisions to do so, but it should be required to attend public school and awareness of the risks should be spread.
@9YCHW5ZPeace and Freedom7mos7MO
Covid no! But like the middle school shots yes but if they don't get them they should still be allowed to go to school and later they can get them!
@9Y6KRSMPeace and Freedom7mos7MO
if they really need it yes but the government shouldn't force vaccines on children if they don't want to
@9Y6JHZXPeace and Freedom7mos7MO
I think it should be up to the parents what they think the best thing is for their child. But I think some vaccines should be pushed for deadly and very contagious diseases.
@9Y22Y6BPeace and Freedom7mos7MO
depends on the vaccine, I don't want my child to react badly to the vaccines and I think it's the same for a lot of mothers around the world.
@9XX42BVPeace and Freedom7mos7MO
I think any vaccines should be up to the parents and the kid (if old enough) due to all the risks that many of them have. They should not require vaccines to be able to go to school for many different reasons.
@9XWHT7NPeace and Freedom7mos7MO
until they turn 18 the choice is left to there parent/guardian but those who have not be vaccinated should be kept separate from those who have.
@9XB7Y72Peace and Freedom8mos8MO
50% no becasue that vaccine could hurt the kids even more. 50% yes if it work and help the children.
@9X4QR95Peace and Freedom8mos8MO
Yes, but only for deadly contagious diseases, require vaccination in order to attend public schools, and hold the parents criminally liable for transferring deadly diseases to other children.
@9WS7HJDPeace and Freedom8mos8MO
Yes, Only for deadly and contagious diseases while making exceptions to those with beliefs that forbid vaccine
@9WQ9HGHPeace and Freedom8mos8MO
This also depends on how dangerous it is to go outside without vaccinated, not matter how young or old you are.
@9WLZNCXPeace and Freedom8mos8MO
Children of all ethnicities and age, are the future of our race. Without children, humanity will perish. It is absolutely imperative that we protect and care for the children all over the world.
@9WJGMNWPeace and Freedom8mos8MO
Educate parents about the importance, the benefits and the pros and cons of vaccinating the children and let the parents decide whether they want to or not.
@9W3W4QVPeace and Freedom8mos8MO
I think that everyone should be able to decide if they get vacined if it is a sickness that doesn't spread to easily if it spreads easily then people should get vacinated
@9VPKDJ8Peace and Freedom8mos8MO
I think that depends on whether or not the vaccine even works, because the Cocid vaccine didn't even work.
@9VN5X38Peace and Freedom8mos8MO
it depends on the situation, doctors can try to add bad things, you don't even know if the diseases is deadly.
@9VHZRB5Peace and Freedom9mos9MO
The parents should have the last decision on any medical procedure done to their children not the government.
@9V5XM8BPeace and Freedom9mos9MO
If there is no medical reason for children to not be vaccinated they should be, if they are homeschooled or go to a school against those beliefs, they should have a specialist and not come in contact with elders and infants.
@9TX85Z3Peace and Freedom9mos9MO
its the parent's choice whether to vaccinate their kids or not but it should be considered or at least enforced when it comes to more contagious or deadly diseases
@9TR3Y4HPeace and Freedom9mos9MO
Yes, as long as the vaccines are soundly backed by science, not rushed for economic purposes (don't want repeat of questionable COVID vaccines)
@9TP43S4Peace and Freedom9mos9MO
Depends should ask the parents if they want it for there kid then yeah go for it if they don’t they don’t deal with it it is a right and they’ll be dying not you who got the vac
@9TJ5Y42Peace and Freedom9mos9MO
I feel like it depends on the disease, how much money we have to spend on vaccines, and what the parents of the children think
@9SQZ2Q8Peace and Freedom10mos10MO
Vaccines should be required but a list of ingredients for the vaccine should be provided to parents if they ask for it
@9SNC65RPeace and Freedom10mos10MO
Should be up to the parents to decide what they want to do with their kid. It is hard to force people to get their kids to vaccinate even though it is the right thing to do.
@9SFWXZPPeace and Freedom 10mos10MO
Yes, it should be required for deadly contagious diseases, but with exceptions for religion beliefs and medical conditions.
@9RY4WM2Peace and Freedom10mos10MO
No, but a deep look into every vaccine should be taken, studied, and the findings shared for risk assessment and effectiveness’s before giving vaccines. Parents should then be held liable for transmissions of diseases.
@9RCRFFGPeace and Freedom11mos11MO
No one should be forced into vaccination, it is the parents responsibility and choice to vaccinate their child.
I think it should be required, however if there are medical reasons why they can't get the vaccine it shouldn't be required.
I think that if you want to get it get it because you dont want it spreading to other people because someone cant force you to get it unless you want too
I think it shoudn't be required by law, however it should be required to attend public schools, and if you cause someone else to die from a disease transferred to them because your child isn't vaccinated it should be tried as murder.
I believe they should explain on what is in it and what it does and give the parents a choice to get the vaccine or not.
People should be allowed to choose what they think is best for their children, however if their child continues to become sick then it should be looked into.
yes and no if the vaccine is safe yes or if its preventable without a vaccine like boosting your immune system. Than if it is dangerous no preventing it yes and if its not safe pretty much the opposite.
Yes, but only if vaccines have a tolerable success rate. Then the rest be optional/for states to decide.
yes kids should get vaccinated but parents shouldn't be forest to give kids certain vaccines because a lot of vaccines can cause a lot of health risk .
For the most part yes, unless of course some are allergic to it, the vaccination hasn't been properly tested, and if the vaccination causes really bad side affects especially ones that don't go away and or effect ones organs.
Yes, but only for serious issues and with exceptions for those whose religious beliefs forbid the use of vaccines.
It should be up to the parents and even up to the kid in they are old enough to make their own decisions.
Yes, but it should only be for diseases that can affect a whole community. previous to their kids being vaccinated they should have a long list of information on the vaccine.
With essential vaccines to be able to live, yes I think it's required since I would not advocate the death of a child. But with vaccines that are controversial like the covid vaccine, I think you should be able to choose and it shouldn't be restricted.
I feel like people shouldn't be forced to take a vaccination shot. We should be able to agree and disagree with what we will and won't take. There are other ways to prevent a disease other than getting Vaccinated.
Yes, but only if they don't have any health problems that will be affected by the vaccination because the whole point of the vaccination is to keep the children healthy and safe.
No but they should be fully educated on the risks if not and be willing to shelter their child in certain circumstances for the protection of others, and others should be made aware that they are not vaccinated
I do not think the government should be involved but I do think parents should be taught the benefits and the risks to make their own choice for their children.
the families should be able to choose, but properties should be able to reject them if they are not vaccinated, such as schools, jobs, traveling, etc. to prevent spread of infectious disease.
This should all be dependent on the guardians of the children no one should be able to tell you what to do with your kids but some vaccinations are important for everyone and not just children.
It's important that people are vaccinated to prevent disease, but you can't force anyone to do something they don't want to do. Instead, trying to implement quarantine to prevent it from spreading if that person is presumed to have a contagious disease seems more reasonable
Yes and No, it should not be required only under the will of the child and parent if they want their child to be vaccinated.
yes, but with exceptions for those whose religious belief forbid use of vaccines and those that have allergies. And if its required then it must be provided
Only vaccine that have been fully heavily tested and if the parents don't want to the kid cannot attend school
i feel like you should make your own choices, as every single action you take will have consequences
Yes, but with the combination of only for deadly diseases, and choice depending on religion, and public places recommend not force the vaccine.
@9G8LSRQPeace and Freedom 2yrs2Y
Parents and their children should be able to make a decision because it is a possibility that a vaccination could be deadly to the children.
They should only be given the minimum, with the consent of their parents and the doctors should be properly educated to know whats being injected. This should be told to the legal guardian prior to injections.
yes and no. yes becuse we what kids to be safe. no becuse is too dangerous for kids and some may die.
Yes, but with exceptions of personal choice. If you are not vaccinated then they are not allowed to be in school with the rest of the vaccinated children.
@9FNJCXQPeace and Freedom 2yrs2Y
Yes but with exceptions such as medical conditions.
Depends how serious the disease is
maybe depending on how bad the decease is but also the vaccine have to be proven to work without any side effect
I agree with the last two that are saying yes.
yes, as long as there's not a way for vaccines to harm children.
Only if the parents know of all the side effects and what the vaccination is for.
it shouldnt be illegal to not vaccinate, especially due to religious beliefs but it is important to be educated on it
No, that is their choice to make
Yes, but allow the children's parent or guardian decide rather than get the government involved.
yes but only for the dangerous and deadly diseases. exceptions for people with religious beliefs that may not allow vaccines
I feel like it should be a choice for the child at an older age. So they can process it the vaccination and disease for themself without bias and can choose for themselves.
No, people should be able to decide on their own. unless it is a deadly or extremely harmful disease to others.
only if parents want to do that to their child
Children should be able to choose when they are able but when they are little the parents should make the decision.
No, this should be left for the parents to decide. People who are uncomfortable with the idea of getting a new vaccine have the right to forbid it as well as their children
i feel like they should have to be vaccinatede unless they have a health issue that they arent able to have the vaccination
It should be completely up to the parents
Yes, but allow exceptions for immune-compromised children.
This is a persons free will and their choice
Parents should be responsible for their own kids life
They should have free will
Yes, but there should be allowences for those who are allergic or have conflicting medical ailments
Yes, unless they can't handle it, and their body responds to it badly.
Yes, unless previous medical conditions do not allow them to.
ONly if the parents want to
If the child is under the age of consent, then it should be up to the parents whether or not their children get vaccinated.
if their parents want them to
I think Yes and no because I think people should be able to choose if they want to get vaccinated or not. Plus some people die from them but at the same time, it can be helpful to keep people safe.
No, the government shouldnt REQUIRE them but they should suggest them
Yes for deadly diseases unless they have a valid reason or religious beliefs
I think vaccination is a choice, but it is important to have some form of protection against diseases like that.
Only if the parents allow it.
no one should be forced to get vaccinated
yes if its for chicken pox and stuff but covid i highly disagree and it should be the childs or parents choice
Yes but it depends on ethnicity, age, and area.
some with medical disorders cannot get the vaccine
Yes, but it shouldn't be forced onto the children to get the vaccine.
Yes, except when the child is unable to receive that vaccine because of a medical issue.
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