My inclination is to say that FEMA does belong in the Department of Homeland Security. |
My personal discussions with Judge Roberts, as well as his responses during the Judiciary Committee hearings, have convinced me that he respects precedents and will apply the law and Constitution fairly, |
On the one hand we heard testimony today from the FEMA official that the reason that these homes cannot be used in the Gulf region is they violate the flood plain regulations, and yet that same official said that the plan is to have 5,000 homes stored here to use in the hurricane season in the Gulf region. That seems inconsistent to me. |
Once again, FEMA failed to adequately plan for the very type of disaster that occurs virtually every year. |
Our current system is inadequate for a catastrophe of this magnitude. This has simply overwhelmed local, state and federal systems. We need a new approach when we're confronted with a natural disaster or, I would say, a terrorist attack that has these kinds of consequences. |
Perhaps they need review, but I think we need to look at the health and safety issues. |
Progress has been halting, a trail of missteps that calls into question what has been done during the last four years, and that continues to plague the recovery even today. |
raises some disturbing concerns about the spread of extremist materials in American mosques and Islamic centers. |
Rudy Giuliani didn't come from an emergency preparedness background, but he did an extraordinary job, ... So (past experience) is not necessarily a predictor. |
Senator Graham's amendment complements Senator McCain's amendment. At the same time, his amendment prevents detainees who are not U.S. citizens from filing habeas corpus lawsuits in federal courts. |
So far, I have seen no evidence of improper influence with members of the administration, but I am sure that question will be fully explored in these hearings. |
Soaring prescription drug costs have placed a tremendous strain on family budgets. They have also imposed a heavy burden on employers - both public and private - who are struggling to provide affordable health insurance coverage to their workers. |
Taking the time to read to children is not only a worthwhile investment but also a wonderful experience. I have visited 119 schools in Maine, and these visits are among the most rewarding experiences in my career in public service. |
Taxpayers bought Miami-Dade residents thousands of television sets, air conditioners and other appliances, |
That contributes to a loss of public confidence in how the war is going and whether this strategy is the appropriate one and it's being executed properly, (and) whether or not we're making progress. |