While at Minnesota they were roommates and carpooled to practice together. People carpooled or took public transportation, which was severely overcrowded. They later returned having carpooled and were granted $13.4 billion. Four percent of residents carpooled; fewer than Washington's average. Blair also carpooled with relatively unknown surgeon, Dr. Steve Mendelson. Arthur was surprised by her appearance and stated that they should've carpooled. In his last campaign, he carpooled to debates with his Republican opponent (and won).