Do a news search and find out what happened to Houston when we provided a temporary home to refugees from Katrina.
Now imagine people from Haiti being brought here seeking refuge.
Wouldn’t that just be a dream come true for Obama?
Off the top of my head I would say in the next couple of weeks. He is going to have to get Pelosi and Reid on board and figure out how to twist arms in congress and mask it to the public. Good luck to you
Most New Orleans refugees contributed to Houston. Yes, some were criminals. Overall, Houston is the better for it and can have the smug feeling for helping out those in need. no reason why we couldn’t do the same for haiti
“Is Haiti the Somalia of the Western Hemisphere?”
Yes, in the sense that America overthrew both countries governments.
As for refugees, who gives a chit
It would be logical to evacuate people from the most divested parts of Haiti. I do not know if relocating them away from the capital would help. Maybe we will see an increase in refugees in the U.S. and other countries.
don’t talk bad about the haitians. they have weird voodoo powers. they’ll **** your **** up. there’ll be plenty of them around pretty soon – just you watch what happens to people who cross them.
Will you please donate money to Doctors Without Borders because they lost their hospital in Haiti and they are constructing makeshift facilities for treating people and they need money as there are more doctors due to arrive soon. Just do a Google search for Doctors Without Borders and you can make an immediate donation. I donated $100.00 because I know the money will be spent treating people and buying the supplies that are needed. The doctors are all volunteers and they don’t get paid. This is charity at its best and one can rest assured that lives will be saved by your contribution. Below is the today’s statement from President Obama regarding the U.S. commitment to Haiti. God bless the people of Haiti.
The White House
Office of the Press Secretary
For Immediate Release
January 14, 2010
Remarks by the President on Recovery Efforts in Haiti
Diplomatic Reception Room
10:10 A.M. EST
THE PRESIDENT: Good morning, everybody. I’ve directed my administration to launch a swift, coordinated and aggressive effort to save lives and support the recovery in Haiti.
The losses that have been suffered in Haiti are nothing less than devastating, and responding to a disaster of this magnitude will require every element of our national capacity — our diplomacy and development assistance; the power of our military; and, most importantly, the compassion of our country. And this morning, I’m joined by several members of my national security team who are leading this coordinated response.
I’ve made it clear to each of these leaders that Haiti must be a top priority for their departments and agencies right now. This is one of those moments that calls out for American leadership. For the sake of our citizens who are in Haiti, for the sake of the Haitian people who have suffered so much, and for the sake of our common humanity, we stand in solidarity with our neighbors to the south, knowing that but for the grace of God, there we go.
This morning, I can report that the first waves of our rescue and relief workers are on the ground and at work. A survey team worked overnight to identify priority areas for assistance, and shared the results of that review throughout the United States government, and with international partners who are also sending support. Search and rescue teams are actively working to save lives. Our military has secured the airport and prepared it to receive the heavy equipment and resources that are on the way, and to receive them around the clock, 24 hours a day. An airlift has been set up to deliver high-priority items like water and medicine. And we’re coordinating closely with the Haitian government, the United Nations, and other countries who are also on the ground.
We have no higher priority than the safety of American citizens, and we’ve airlifted injured Americans out of Haiti. We’re running additional evacuations, and will continue to do so in the days ahead. I know that many Americans, especially Haitian Americans, are desperate for information about their family and friends. And the State Department has set up a phone number and e-mail address that you can find at http://www.state.gov — http://www.state.gov — to inquire about your loved ones. And you should know that we will not rest until we account for our fellow Americans in harm’s way.
Even as we move as quickly as possible, it will take hours — and in many cases days — to get all of our people and resources on the ground. Right now in Haiti roads are impassable, the main port is badly damaged, communications are just beginning to come online, and aftershocks continue.
None of this will seem quick enough if you have a loved one who’s trapped, if you’re sleeping on the streets, if you can’t feed your children. But it’s important that everybody in Haiti understand, at this very moment one of the largest relief efforts in our recent history is moving towards Haiti. More American search and rescue teams are coming. More food. More water. Doctors, nurses, paramedics. More of the people, equipment and capabilities that can make the difference between life and death.
The United States armed forces are also on their way to support this effort. Several Coast Guard cutters are already there providing everything from basic services like water, to vital technical support for this massive logistical operation. Elements of the Army’s 82nd Airborne Division will arrive today. We’re also deploying a Marine Expeditionary Unit, the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson, and the Navy’s hospital ship, the Comfort.
And today, I’m also announcing an immediate investment of $100 million to support our relief efforts. This will mean more of the life-saving equipment, food, water and medicine that will be needed. This investment will grow over the coming year as we embark on the long-term recovery from this unimaginable tragedy.
The United States of America will also forge the partnerships that this
February 10th, 2010 at 5:28 pm
Off the top of my head I would say in the next couple of weeks. He is going to have to get Pelosi and Reid on board and figure out how to twist arms in congress and mask it to the public. Good luck to you
February 10th, 2010 at 11:39 pm
Most New Orleans refugees contributed to Houston. Yes, some were criminals. Overall, Houston is the better for it and can have the smug feeling for helping out those in need. no reason why we couldn’t do the same for haiti
February 11th, 2010 at 6:17 am
“Is Haiti the Somalia of the Western Hemisphere?”
Yes, in the sense that America overthrew both countries governments.
As for refugees, who gives a chit
February 11th, 2010 at 11:20 am
It would be logical to evacuate people from the most divested parts of Haiti. I do not know if relocating them away from the capital would help. Maybe we will see an increase in refugees in the U.S. and other countries.
February 11th, 2010 at 2:30 pm
don’t talk bad about the haitians. they have weird voodoo powers. they’ll **** your **** up. there’ll be plenty of them around pretty soon – just you watch what happens to people who cross them.
February 11th, 2010 at 5:50 pm
Haitians are suffering horribly and all you can do is whine.
February 11th, 2010 at 6:36 pm
**shakes head**
Here’s a better question: Can a conservative finish asking a LEGITIMATE question before spitting insults? Based on Yahoo answers, no.
February 11th, 2010 at 9:56 pm
I hear the liberals can’t go fast enough to Haiti so that they can start sucking on… you know what liberals like to suck. LOL!
February 12th, 2010 at 4:07 am
I know.
So far we don’t have any Haitians here.
That Obama is going to bring them.
February 12th, 2010 at 6:25 am
it would be florida problem
February 12th, 2010 at 12:57 pm
Why bring them here?…why not open a school there, and teach them…how to um…run a country…
February 12th, 2010 at 5:54 pm
Will you please donate money to Doctors Without Borders because they lost their hospital in Haiti and they are constructing makeshift facilities for treating people and they need money as there are more doctors due to arrive soon. Just do a Google search for Doctors Without Borders and you can make an immediate donation. I donated $100.00 because I know the money will be spent treating people and buying the supplies that are needed. The doctors are all volunteers and they don’t get paid. This is charity at its best and one can rest assured that lives will be saved by your contribution. Below is the today’s statement from President Obama regarding the U.S. commitment to Haiti. God bless the people of Haiti.
The White House
Office of the Press Secretary
For Immediate Release
January 14, 2010
Remarks by the President on Recovery Efforts in Haiti
Diplomatic Reception Room
10:10 A.M. EST
THE PRESIDENT: Good morning, everybody. I’ve directed my administration to launch a swift, coordinated and aggressive effort to save lives and support the recovery in Haiti.
The losses that have been suffered in Haiti are nothing less than devastating, and responding to a disaster of this magnitude will require every element of our national capacity — our diplomacy and development assistance; the power of our military; and, most importantly, the compassion of our country. And this morning, I’m joined by several members of my national security team who are leading this coordinated response.
I’ve made it clear to each of these leaders that Haiti must be a top priority for their departments and agencies right now. This is one of those moments that calls out for American leadership. For the sake of our citizens who are in Haiti, for the sake of the Haitian people who have suffered so much, and for the sake of our common humanity, we stand in solidarity with our neighbors to the south, knowing that but for the grace of God, there we go.
This morning, I can report that the first waves of our rescue and relief workers are on the ground and at work. A survey team worked overnight to identify priority areas for assistance, and shared the results of that review throughout the United States government, and with international partners who are also sending support. Search and rescue teams are actively working to save lives. Our military has secured the airport and prepared it to receive the heavy equipment and resources that are on the way, and to receive them around the clock, 24 hours a day. An airlift has been set up to deliver high-priority items like water and medicine. And we’re coordinating closely with the Haitian government, the United Nations, and other countries who are also on the ground.
We have no higher priority than the safety of American citizens, and we’ve airlifted injured Americans out of Haiti. We’re running additional evacuations, and will continue to do so in the days ahead. I know that many Americans, especially Haitian Americans, are desperate for information about their family and friends. And the State Department has set up a phone number and e-mail address that you can find at http://www.state.gov — http://www.state.gov — to inquire about your loved ones. And you should know that we will not rest until we account for our fellow Americans in harm’s way.
Even as we move as quickly as possible, it will take hours — and in many cases days — to get all of our people and resources on the ground. Right now in Haiti roads are impassable, the main port is badly damaged, communications are just beginning to come online, and aftershocks continue.
None of this will seem quick enough if you have a loved one who’s trapped, if you’re sleeping on the streets, if you can’t feed your children. But it’s important that everybody in Haiti understand, at this very moment one of the largest relief efforts in our recent history is moving towards Haiti. More American search and rescue teams are coming. More food. More water. Doctors, nurses, paramedics. More of the people, equipment and capabilities that can make the difference between life and death.
The United States armed forces are also on their way to support this effort. Several Coast Guard cutters are already there providing everything from basic services like water, to vital technical support for this massive logistical operation. Elements of the Army’s 82nd Airborne Division will arrive today. We’re also deploying a Marine Expeditionary Unit, the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson, and the Navy’s hospital ship, the Comfort.
And today, I’m also announcing an immediate investment of $100 million to support our relief efforts. This will mean more of the life-saving equipment, food, water and medicine that will be needed. This investment will grow over the coming year as we embark on the long-term recovery from this unimaginable tragedy.
The United States of America will also forge the partnerships that this