Hillary Clinton's Statement of the Louisiana Flooding

Hillary Clinton Statement on Louisiana Flooding

Today, Hillary Clinton issued the following statement on the ongoing flood response in Louisiana: 
“This month’s floods in Louisiana are a crisis that demand a national response. More than 30,000 people have been rescued by the Coast Guard, National Guard, and other emergency responders. Thousands of people have lost everything. At least 13 lost their lives. We must make sure that all resources are brought to bear in responding to the crisis and helping communities rebuild.
“That is why I have called on supporters of this campaign to give what they can to the Red Cross, to bring much-needed aid and supplies to the more than 100,000 people affected by the floods. We also need to make sure that this crisis is not compounded by another, by ensuring mosquito abatement is happening hand-in-hand with flood response, to reduce the riska of mosquitoes that could carry the Zika virus from gaining a foothold in Louisiana.
“The best way to help Louisianans affected by these terrible floods is to make sure they have the resources they need today. I am committed to visiting communities affected by these floods, at a time when the presence of a political campaign will not disrupt the response, to discuss how we can and will rebuild together.
“In times of crisis, Americans have always come together to lift each other up, support each other, and rebuild stronger and better than before. That is what we must do now in Louisiana, and I am committed to standing with Louisianans every step of the way.”

 

Hillary Clinton: The Best Way to Help Louisiana

Hillary sent this email today.  Just a note although it should be obvious:  Distractions would include politicians arranging photo ops by traveling to the area diverting responders from the relief efforts.

I just got off the phone with Governor John Bel Edwards of Louisiana.
The flooding there is more extensive than anyone expected -- more than 40,000 homes have been damaged and more than 100,000 people have been affected.
My heart breaks for Louisiana, and right now, the relief effort can't afford any distractions. The very best way this team can help is to make sure Louisianans have the resources they need.
There are two organizations the governor asked that we help. Chip in right now to the Red Cross, which is doing critical work to provide medical assistance and supplies to the victims of this natural disaster. You can also donate right now to the Baton Rouge Area Foundation, a local organization that’s directing money to community non-profits that need it.
These are our friends, our family members, our community -- and they’re counting on us to reach out with open arms right now. This team has done so much for me. Now I’m asking you to show that same support to the victims in Louisiana, so that we can begin to rebuild together:

Thanks so much,
Hillary

In other news ....

August 19, 2016

La. gov tells Trump to volunteer or donate instead of coming for photo-op

By Neetzan Zimmerman

The governor of Louisiana is telling Donald Trump to stay away from the state if he only intends to show up for a photo-op and leave.
“Donald Trump hasn’t called the governor to inform him of his visit,” Gov. John Bel Edwards (D) said in a statement Friday morning. “We welcome him to LA, but not for a photo-op.”
The governor’s office added that if the Republican presidential nominee is interested in helping flood victims, he should “consider volunteering or making a sizable donation to the LA Flood Relief Fund” instead
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FTR: Apparently Trump and Pence were mysteriously handing out boxes of Play-Doh rather than this stuff.  You cannot patch a wall or fix a leak with Play-Doh.  You shouldn't eat it, either.



Lastly, ICYMI, this is the storm trooper security detail that disembarked the Trump plane before the owner did.  When have we ever seen Hillary with a SWAT team protecting her on her home turf?

Hillary Clinton on the Flooding in the Philippines

I am concerned about our friends Normita and Maria, both of whom are in the Philippines at the moment as far as I know.

Flooding in the Philippines

Press Statement

Hillary Rodham Clinton
Secretary of State

Washington, DC

December 17, 2011

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On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I want to send my deepest condolences for the devastation and loss of life caused by flooding from Tropical Storm Washi in southern Philippines. The U.S. government stands ready to assist Philippine authorities as they respond to this tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of those affected.

Secretary Clinton's Statement on the Flooding in Thailand

Flooding in Thailand

Press Statement

Hillary Rodham Clinton
Secretary of State

Washington, DC

April 7, 2011

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On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I send our sincere condolences and sympathy to the people of Thailand for the loss of life and damage caused by the flooding in southern Thailand. I am grateful to the Royal Thai Government and the Royal Thai Navy for their ongoing assistance to American citizens in the area during this difficult time. The U.S. Embassy in Bangkok has offered immediate disaster relief assistance, and we are working closely with the Royal Thai Government to provide additional help if needed.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Kingdom of Thailand -- our longtime friend and ally -- and everyone affected by this terrible tragedy.