Politics: New Orleans

These are two photos of the same disaster: New Orleans. The city's defenses against the forces of nature failed. Water from the Mississippi, the Gulf of Mexico, and Lake Pontchartraine poured into and submerged large sections of the city. Most of the population evacuated. But those that were unable to were left to fend for themselves.


This photo combines two seperate pictures that were from news reports. If you click on the photo you will see that the picture on the top was accompanied by the caption explaing that the young black man had just "looted" a grocery store. The picture on the bottom was explained as a young white couple who had "found" food and supplies at a grocery store.


Of course the president was quick to respond...a few days later. All the wretched refugees were gathered into the safety of the Superdome. From there they were dispersed throughout the USA and promised a speedy return to their homes.



The president, never one to miss an opportunity for a quick and much needed vacation, decided to do a little fishing while he was there.

The president, like Monty Python, always manages to look on the bright side of life
The reason that New Orleans is the subject of today's blog is that one of my sister's favourite getaways was New Orleans. This was a great city to visit and party in. I have gone to Mardi Gras myself and I know that if I could remember anything of it, those memories would be good ones.

So, with Mardi Gras soon to be happening, let's wish New Orleans a speedy and safe reconstruction. Let the good times roll.

P.S. Clicking on any photo will enlarge the image.