Hurricane Katrina

08-29-2007 -- The Rudy Giuliani Presidential Committee released the following statement today commemorating the second anniversary of Hurricane Katrina:

“On this anniversary, Americans come together to remember all those who lost their lives, suffered or were affected by the devastation of Hurricane Katrina. We must now use the lessons learned to ensure we are better prepared in the future. By building on the courage and skills of all our citizens, America will become a stronger, more resilient nation.”

Source: Rudy Giuliani campaign

Aug 29, 2007 -- Boston, MA – Today, Governor Mitt Romney issued the following statement on the second anniversary of Hurricane Katrina:

"Today, our thoughts and prayers are with the people of the Gulf Coast as they honor the memories of loved ones lost in Hurricane Katrina. We also remember the outpouring of generosity and compassion that Americans demonstrated in extending helping hands to neighbors in need. As we continue to help the people of the Gulf Coast recover, we must recommit ourselves to making sure that the failures of disaster relief on that day never happen again."    » read more »

August 29, 2007 -- Little Rock, AR – Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee has issued the following statement on the second anniversary of Hurricane Katrina:

“Two years after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, my heart still goes out to the 75,000 tired and frightened evacuees who sought refuge in Arkansas – and to all American families who were directly or indirectly impacted by this disaster.    » read more »

More Of Our Nation’s Children Need A Healthy Start In Life — Not Fewer

August 29, 2007 -- Washington, DC: Today, on the second anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, Senator Edward M. Kennedy, Chairman of the Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee and the author of the Children's Health Insurance Program, urged the President to support Congress’s efforts to cover more children. Yesterday the Census Report revealed that number of uninsured has skyrocketed from 44.8 million in 2005 to 47 million in 2006.    » read more »

August 29, 2007 -- Washington, DC — Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid made the following statement today on the second anniversary of Hurricane Katrina’s landfall:    » read more »

August 29, 2007 -- Two years ago, Hurricane Katrina hit Louisiana and Mississippi, one of the worst natural disasters in the history of America. In the weeks and months following the disaster, the Bush White House and Republican-led Congress did little to help the survivors of Katrina, despite Democratic efforts to do so. Democrats took action just seven months after taking control of Congress, working to make sure the people of the Gulf Coast had the resources needed to rebuild the region.    » read more »

August 29, 2007 -- THE PRESIDENT: We have just -- Laura and I have just been given a tour by the Whites in their new home. And they're going to be moving into this home this weekend maybe.

MS. WHITE: This weekend.    » read more »

Aug 29, 2007 -- NEW ORLEANS - Standing in the library of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Charter School for Science and Technology, Louisiana Governor Kathleen Babineaux Blanco delivered the following message on the second anniversary of Hurricane Katrina.

Gov. Blanco toured the Lower Ninth Ward school with President Bush, meeting with education leaders and observing a moment of silence. During the President's visit, the Governor hand-delivered a letter to him, thanking him for the federal commitment to recovery, and seeking help with ongoing needs.

Scroll down to read the letter.    » read more »

State assistance still available through I-KARE program to victims of Katrina trying to get back on their feet

August 29, 2007 -- CHICAGO – Marking the second anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) Secretary Carol L. Adams, Ph.D. announced that state assistance is still available to help thousands of Katrina evacuees living in Illinois.    » read more »

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Two years later, recovery efforts continue throughout the Gulf region

WASHINGTON, Tuesday, August 28, 2007 — Two years ago, the gulf region was overcome by a rapid series of storms that caused devastation unlike any in this country’s history. The American Red Cross quickly responded to provide emergency assistance throughout the region. Today, the Red Cross remains dedicated to the recovery efforts along the Gulf Coast even as it responds to current emergency needs across the nation.    » read more »

Calls for Administration to Fulfill Promises to New Orleans and the Nation

08/28/2007 -- NEW HAMPTON, IA -- Governor Bill Richardson released the following statement today regarding the second anniversary of the Hurricane Katrina tragedy:

"The administration has failed to keep its promise to the residents of New Orleans and the American people. Katrina now stands as a monument to incompetence and arrogance. The citizens of this great country expect and deserve more from their President and their government. We need bold, dramatic change to ensure this never happens again.    » read more »

28 August 2007 -- Two years ago this week, Hurricane Katrina pummeled the Gulf Coast of the United States, flooding 80 percent of New Orleans. The rebuilding process has been slow and painful for many, and more than 160,000 displaced residents have not returned.    » read more »

August 28, 2007 -- MR. STANZEL: I'll go through the President's schedule a little bit, and then -- for today and tomorrow. And then we're lucky to be joined here by Don Powell, and he can go through some of the efforts to help rebuild the Gulf Coast. And he'll take your questions, and then if you have any other extraneous questions at the end, I can take those, as well.    » read more »

August 28, 2007 -- Dooky Chase Restaurant, New Orleans, Louisiana -- THE PRESIDENT: Ms. Chase, thank you for having us here. Laura and I are thrilled to be here with the Governor, and the Mayor, and the Senator, the congressmen, members of my Cabinet, distinguished leaders in this community, and quiet heroes who have helped bring optimism and hope to New Orleans.    » read more »