"Lack of plan hurt Katrina-hit states' response" http://www.palmbeachpost.com/storm/content/state/epaper/2005/09/10/m1a_respo nse_0910.html
Here's the paragraph that most applies to the conversation we've been having: "If we weren't prepared, and we didn't do our part, no amount of work by FEMA could overcome the lack of preparation," he [FL gov. Jeb Bush] said. Natural Hazards Center director Kathleen Tierney agreed, ...." Then, there's this: http://www.nytimes.com/2005/09/11/national/nationalspecial/11response.html?e i=5065&en=2ace4a93793885c3&ex=1127016000&partner=MYWAY&pagewanted=print It contains plenty of criticism of FEMA (probably most of it well-deserved), but also mentions that Bush and FEMA were "reluctant" to take the lead role. Well, is that the full and honest truth or is that spin? Especially given the laws that Frank and Bill have looked up. Lowell C. Savage It's the freedom, stupid! Gun control: tyrants' tool, fools' folly. _______________________________________________ Libnw mailing list Libnw@immosys.com List info and subscriber options: http://immosys.com/mailman/listinfo/libnw Archives: http://immosys.com/mailman//pipermail/libnw
