In 1977 during college Summer break, I stopped in New Orleans on the way back home from a road trip to Savanna, Georgia. On a just right, warm day I laid next to the river watching a river boat. From where I was, I fell in love with the beauty of the city, water and area.
When I saw the news reports of the unconscionable length in responding by federal agencies, in particular FEMA, I am outraged. New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin rightfully called the federal government to task.
At the same time, it’s disconcerting when some apply this catastrophe for their political views. In a more recent video interview on CNN, Mayor Nagin called on the irresponsibility of democratic Louisiana Governor Kathleen Babineaux Blanco; excerpted below with only audio:
The entire CNN video piece should be here.
While the main cause, levee breaks, currently resulted from inattention and improper funded by the Republican led House and Senate. This problem goes back to prior administrations both Democratic and Republicans.
The problem of incompetence is not held by a particular party or group. It is an individual problem and needs to be handled at the individual level, case by case. Those that directly contributed to this disaster need to be held accountable whether liberal or conservative. A rational understanding of who is best for the job should apply — not a promotion of those by political affiliation.
I hope the best for the people displaced from their homes. That they find hope, achievement and prosperity whether in other cities from where their damaged homes are or if they choose to go back and rebuild.
With Respect,
Enric