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Summary of state processDean Response to Blanco Announcement
Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean issued the following statement regarding the announcement that Louisiana Governor Kathleen Babineaux Blanco will not seek another term:Cheney Goes About Business As Usual in New Orleans
Today, Vice President Cheney is in the midst of a PR swing through New Orleans raising money for Republicans, but he wont be visiting any of the areas of the city that were flooded. More than one year after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita much of New Orleans remains devastated and many of the area's residents have not been able to return. It seems the Bush Administration has been too distracted - either by its failed strategy in Iraq or its inability to make Americans more safe and secure - to do what's needed for Louisiana. Instead of posing for photo-ops while in town, Vice President Cheney should explain what happened to the Administration's commitment to rebuilding the Gulf Coast and to ensuring that New Orleans is not kept on the back burner.Housing Aid For Katrina Victims Will End
A multibillion-dollar housing program, which paid rent for thousands of families forced to evacuate their homes because of the damage from Hurricane Katrina, could be coming to an end as early as this week. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (F.E.M.A.),...Timeline of a Catastrophe
A year ago today, President Bush was attending pricey fundraisers and eating cake while the Gulf Coast was ravaged by Hurricane Katrina. President Bush: Bush In Arizona Campaigning Hard To “Pre-Sell” A Political Victory at 12pm ET. Bush talked to...Louisiana Senator Mary Landrieu Delivers Democratic Radio Address
This week, Senator Mary Landrieu of Louisiana delivered the Democratic Radio Address. To listen to the audio, click here. Good Morning. I'm Senator Mary Landrieu of Louisiana. A year ago this Tuesday, Hurricane Katrina rolled across the Gulf Coast, leaving...Hurricane Katrina: Recovery Still in Progress
August 29, 2006 marks the one year anniversary of the natural disaster that changed the lives of Americans all across the country, Hurricane Katrina. As we reflect on the aftermath of this deadly event, we remember the things that did...Dean on Promises Made and Promises Broken After Katrina
One week from today, America will mark the first anniversary of Hurricane Katrina.Students Being Turned Away From Schools
As the school year begins for students across the country, the routine for registration and preparation is no longer the same for Hurricane Katrina victims in New Orleans. With the one year anniversary approaching, parents who are trying to register...Republicans Slash New Orleans Security and Disaster Preparedness Grants
As a present on the first day of Hurricane Season, Republicans have cut in half grants for security and disaster preparedness in the city of New Orleans. This comes as residents of New York City and Washington DC (myself included)...Cheney and Bush Administration Fail to Fulfill Katrina Promises
In the midst of sagging approval ratings for the Bush Administration and their failed policies including the mishandling of Hurricane Katrina, Vice President Dick Cheney will be at Louisiana State University today. Meanwhile a majority of New Orleans residents remain displaced, the rebuilding effort continues to be slow and hurricane season is around the corner.Bush Promises to Gulf Coast Remain Unfulfilled
In an ongoing attempt to fight low public opinion of his mishandling and failed response to Hurricane Katrina, President Bush will visit the Gulf Coast today for a photo-op.New Orleans Culture Alive and Well
For all the time I spent in New Orleans last week, nothing was as rewarding as the time I got to spend out on the streets. Whether it was Bourbon Street at 2 AM, or Royal Street in the middle...Arriving In New Orleans
I think it's impossible to NOT think about Katrina in a sincere and emotional way before the plane even touches ground in New Orleans. McConaha leaned over to me and mentioned the fact that the airport itself was transformed into...Voter Assistance New Orleans
In an effort to help displaced New Orleanians exercise their right to vote, the DNC announced a new toll free number, 1-888-DEM-VOTE or 1-888-336-8683, which provides New Orleanians now living in Louisiana and neighboring states critical information about voting.MUST READ: Bush Administration Goes Back on Promises to Rebuild New Orleans's Levees
An article in today's Washington Post reports that the Bush Administration underestimated the costs of rebuilding the New Orleans's levees to meet federal standards and there may not be enough funds to protect the region from another catastrophic hurricane.Information for Displaced Voters
In an effort to help displaced New Orleanians exercise their right to vote, the DNC announced a new toll free number, 1-888-DEM-VOTE or 1-888-336-8683, which provides New Orleanians now living in Louisiana and neighboring states critical information about voting.Dean on Justice Department Approval of New Orleans Election Plan
Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean today issued the following statement on the U.S. Department of Justice’s approval of the plan for New Orleans' first elections since Hurricane Katrina2008 Democratic National Convention Cities Announced
The Democratic National Committee has accepted bids and sent out requests for full proposals to 11 cities vying to host the 2008 Democratic convention. The convention is scheduled for August 25-28, 2008.Dean: Bush Has Left America Unprepared
This week, Republican members of the House of Representatives will release a report that is highly critical of the Bush Administration’s response to Hurricane Katrina.Tulane College Democrats Launch New Year for New Orleans
College Democrats will begin their New Year for New Orleans program, a community recovery project in partnership with Tulane College Democrats, Louisiana College Democrats, ACORN and various other organizations. The four-day program will bring volunteers together from all over the country to help rebuild and revitalize New Orleans.White House Was Warned About Katrina
In the 48 hours before Hurricane Katrina hit, the White House received detailed warnings about the storm's likely impact, including eerily prescient predictions of breached levees, massive flooding, and major losses of life and property, documents show.Off The Radar... Literally
With the media a-twitter over the RNC's use of the web to discuss national priorities, it's easy to gloss over what has been forgotten. The day was September 14, 2005 and President Bush suffered a 39% approval rating in response...Priorities
New York Times: The rumbling from Washington that the proposed cost of better levees is too much has grown louder. Pretending we are going to do the necessary work eventually, while stalling until the next hurricane season is upon us,...Lawn Chair Rendezvous
Of the one thousand plus national organizing events held on November 15th, perhaps none was more inspirational than the one hosted by Alan and Deborah Langhoff on Canal Street… in New Orleans.Lending a Helping Hand to Hurricane Vicitims
I was fortunate to see dedication and compassion from my fellow Democrats to help him and other Americans in this time of tragedy. I feel my reaction to this man's plight truly reflects my core values and priorities as a Democrat.Tapes Show Local Officials Acted in Louisiana While FEMA Delayed
NPR has a report with a series of phone calls among local officials in Louisiana where you can clearly hear them making necessary preparations for the coming storm, while help from FEMA was delayed for days.Bush's Speech: Tonight You're Not Alone, Two Weeks Ago I Was Busy Eating Cake
Why was Governor Blanco unable to get through to the President? Why did the "Western White House" fail to respond in the case of the biggest natural disaster to ever hit the United States?Bush's Speech: Touts Inspector Generals Overseeing Reconstruction, Doesn't Mention Karl Rove
Did Karl Rove, as the official in charge of reconstruction efforts, sign off on assigning no-bid contracts worth at least $100 million to companies such as Bechtel Inc., Fluor Corp. and Kellogg Brown and Root? If not, who did?Bush's Speech: Bush Touts New Jobs, Doesn't Mention Lower Wages
With $100 million handed out in no-bid contracts to corporate cronies, why is the Administration cutting wages for the working people in the Gulf that are victims of the storm?Absolutely Indefensible
Rep. Richard Baker (R-LA): "We finally cleaned up public housing in New Orleans. We couldn't do it, but God did."Democratic Governors Respond with Help
All over the country, Democratic Governors have pledged massive resources -- first responders, shelter, supplies, and much more -- to help Gulf Coast residents.Hurricane Katrina Timeline
It starts with Louisiana Gov. Kathleen Blanco declaring a state of emergency and ends with President Bush blaming local officials for not doing enough.GOP Blame the Victims Chorus: Official Membership
Take a look at those who want to hold the destitute, sick, and elderly accountable for not evacuating New Orleans when they had no means of doing so.Democrats on the Ground: Helping the Displaced in Texas
We got the email below today at Democratic Party headquarters, and we wanted to share it with you to give you one example of what Democrats are doing on the ground to help those who have been displaced by Katrina.Another Republican Smears the Victims
Add Arizona Senator Jon Kyl to the chorus of Republicans blaming the victims of Katrina and the relief disaster to its aftermath.President Bush's Responsibility
Drum shows how it was Bush's essential governing philosophy -- rewarding cronies and dismantling and privatizing essential services like FEMA -- that lies at the heart of the disaster.CNN: Chertoff 'in Direct Contradiction With the Facts'
CNN's Tom Forman blasted Secretary of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff for lying to the public about the administration's efforts in the relief disaster following Hurricane Katrina.Open Letter to the President
New Orleans Times-Picayune: "Despite the city's multiple points of entry, our nation's bureaucrats spent days after last week's hurricane wringing their hands, lamenting the fact that they could neither rescue the city's stranded victims nor bring them food, water and medical supplies."FEMA Chief Joins GOP Chorus of Blame-the-Victim
Thousands upon thousands of people had absolutely no way to get out of the city. Is the man charged with responding to disasters seriously blaming them for dying?Scott McClellan Ignores Victims' Reality
While people are starving, sick, thirsty, and dying, this is what the White House has to offer.Chertoff Blames Refugees and the Dead for Their Fate
"The critical thing was to get people out of there before the disaster," he said on NBC's Today program. "Some people chose not to obey that order. That was a mistake on their part."Funding Cuts Helped Cause Preventable New Orleans Devastation
Look, this isn't about partisanship. It's about genuine accountability for the short-sighted choices they made.Important Katrina Resources for Louisiana
The State of Louisiana provides some links on their official webpage at louisiana.gov. You can report missing persons by calling 1(866) 438-4636. They also provide a long list of phone numbers.Louisiana Gov. Kathleen Blanco Calls for Day of Prayer
Dean: "I want to join Louisiana Governor Blanco's call for a Day of Prayer and ask all Americans to join leaders in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama in prayer for the victims, families, relief workers and all others affected by Hurricane Katrina."Dean's Letter: 'Do Something Now'
Gov. Dean sent a message to millions of Americans asking everyone to do what they can to help those affected by Hurricane Katrina.Hurricane Relief: How You Can Help
Hurricane Katrina has taken a devastating toll on the Gulf coast states: hundreds may be dead and thousands more are homeless today. Please take a moment to contribute and support the American Red Cross' relief efforts.Blanco's Support of Head Start Making a Difference for Louisiana Kids
From the Baton Rouge Advocate: Improvements in public schools, juvenile justice and jobs will help the state shake its heritage of crippling poverty, Gov. Kathleen Blanco said Monday...Louisiana
Louisiana Democratic Party 701 Government Street Baton Rouge, LA 70822 225-336-4155 225-336-0046 (fax) http://www.lademo.org/ Chair: Chris Whittington Vice Chair: Mary Lou Winters Executive Director: Danny Ford...Bill Frist and Tony Perkins: A Marriage of Convenience
When Tony Perkins ran for Senate, he wasn't Bill Frist's first pick. In fact, under Frist's leadership, the NRSC endorsed a different candidate. And Perkins finished fourth in the 2002 race, with only 10 percent of the vote.
