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Tree-Hugger
(3,379 posts)115. What do you want him to do, specifically?
It's been made clear several times that Obama is not WANTED in New York or it's boroughs because they are unable to handle his security and his motorcade, et al.
What is your evidence that he is not doing enough? Do you have some insight into how he is handling phone calls or his dealings with FEMA?
You say you don't necessarily need to see him there, you say you are not criticizing him, you say he isn't doing enough. What exactly do you need him to do in order to gain your satisfaction?
Sandy was a big storm and she caused a ton of devastation. There are people suffering in quite a few states. Obama cannot be everywhere at once. He cannot wave his magic Hope and Change Wand and make everything instantly better. He is doing a lot to help and get the ball rolling with FEMA and other aid. He has been aggressive with this.
Shall he hold a canned food drive?
Keep in mind, I have a ton of family in Staten Island. That place has been in my heart for my entire life and I have been seeing images of houses, street, stores and families I know in devastation. I am sick to my stomach to see all of this, but I am not mad at the President and I think he is doing an exceptional job.
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It surely doesn't sound like someone's on it....if you watch the people pleading on TV. Maybe
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#4
I'd also like to mention that the folks who are in serious trouble right now...
eqfan592
Nov 2012
#15
I saw CNN as I was in line at the bank and it LOOKED like Katrina all over again.
Democratopia
Nov 2012
#112
what's funny is that the people screaming for help are very likely republicans...
BlueMan Votes
Nov 2012
#196
Keep politics out of this discussion.. Helping people during a terrible disaster is not contingent
crunch60
Nov 2012
#229
Pardon my french but I don't give a fuck who's fault it is - people are really
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#8
Yeah...he has been to Staten Island..but I heard there is confusion between all the manpower.
vaberella
Nov 2012
#41
Just get the military to get them off the island (if they want) stick them in a hotel.
Democratopia
Nov 2012
#109
That is up to local leaders hear. Obama can just keep mentioning in his stump speeches.
hrmjustin
Nov 2012
#182
I say this with respect but he cannot perform magic. There's no easy and fast way.
nolabear
Nov 2012
#45
I agree. I lived in NOLA for three years, I understand, and people who have lost understand that
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#134
You don't care whose fault it is, but just want Obama to fix everything now? What would you like
uppityperson
Nov 2012
#76
Bologna! There are many reasons why people don't evacuate when advised. You sound like a hard butt
crunch60
Nov 2012
#231
He's given his orders, will learn about Staten Island when he returns 'home' or wherever tonight,
elleng
Nov 2012
#3
give me a break. 72 hours and you want heaven and earth moved just like that???
progressivebydesign
Nov 2012
#200
You seem to ignore everything the poster said which is 100% valid though. n/t
vaberella
Nov 2012
#25
What??? I hope you know me well enough to know it's to see Obama reelected
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#50
50 Billion in damages not to mention the economic impact that will go on for roughly 3 weeks.
vaberella
Nov 2012
#197
I read in another thread a report saying 250 billion according to insurers...nt
Mojorabbit
Nov 2012
#225
I am sorry but I think they could put it off for the week. Our city needs to put our efforts on
hrmjustin
Nov 2012
#185
Presumably it could have been moved to the next Sunday and brought in the same money.
LisaL
Nov 2012
#78
No, I do not. Just want something bigger than the states can provide to help these people
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#89
He doesn't have to go there...but he can call in navy/coast guard to bring in supplies.
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#39
There is a thing called NIMS: National Incident Management System.
The Velveteen Ocelot
Nov 2012
#60
spot on post +1 not sure what else the OP is expecting, as the pres being around there now would
Divine Discontent
Nov 2012
#230
He has. They have. What else do you want him to do? You are not a rescue/relief expert but he has
uppityperson
Nov 2012
#80
Yeah.. If Rmoney gets elected, Enron, Exxon, or Halliburton will be taking care
madinmaryland
Nov 2012
#139
not suggesting O needs to go there....just start some show of force (rescue)...and I heard people
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#44
they didn't evacuate, so I'm not quite sure why THEY would be pissed. nt
progressivebydesign
Nov 2012
#203
How are 375000 residence of the city of NY supposed to get up and haul ass in 18 hours which is what
hrmjustin
Nov 2012
#221
you been here for years, supporting each other's ideas, civilly, and then someone you think
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#72
Bloomberg sucks. I never voted for him. He is ignoring the rest of the city. Manhattan is his game.
hrmjustin
Nov 2012
#190
Slow down there Laura and take a deep breath. Are you on Staten Island???
madinmaryland
Nov 2012
#148
All my people in Queens are getting their power back today...gas crisis is the issue
alcibiades_mystery
Nov 2012
#27
The logistics of getting the POTUS onto Staten Island are almost as bad as trying to get
madinmaryland
Nov 2012
#153
Not likely. It could happen, but unfortunately, post 9-11 it is not likely to happen.
madinmaryland
Nov 2012
#193
When I worked in the city, I took the SI Ferry a few times out to SI to see friends.
madinmaryland
Nov 2012
#264
Yep...but you could ride the SI for a nickle and the others were more expensive....
Sekhmets Daughter
Nov 2012
#265
Staten Islanders are rabid republicans. The northern democratic part is not flooded to bad.
hrmjustin
Nov 2012
#192
total snark totally uncalled for. Never said he should even go there. But, someone's got
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#69
"someone's got to lead"? You mean like by getting FEMA on the case, by having his people get supplie
uppityperson
Nov 2012
#83
You're way out of control in your OP. As a New York resident---I'm embarassed.
vaberella
Nov 2012
#54
You are embarassed of me? Puleeze. All you had to do was watch the news...like zillions of other
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#67
It doesn't matter whose fault it is, Obama will be crucified by Republicans
Democratopia
Nov 2012
#93
Funny...because Chris Christie and Bloomberg have been giving him much LOVE!!
vaberella
Nov 2012
#138
Wow, that's a very intelligent response to a national crisis. Sounds like you are the one
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#142
I actually would not have had a problem with him staying on Sandy up to election day.
aaaaaa5a
Nov 2012
#73
He's campaigning because Team Romney lies like a rug, largely unchecked by the MSM.
CakeGrrl
Nov 2012
#99
I'm pretty sure the gratitude shown by various governors and mayors is all the evidence needed.
WinkyDink
Nov 2012
#75
He also endorsed Obama! Obama is President, he can go where he likes. Bloomberg
Democratopia
Nov 2012
#128
Then he goes everyday to meet victims and gives the media an update. He needs to control the
Democratopia
Nov 2012
#131
Obama is up against a very aggressive and dishonest right-wing media and candidate.
Democratopia
Nov 2012
#101
I saw 5 mins of CNN and they made it LOOK like another Katrina. That is the problem.
Democratopia
Nov 2012
#118
Tired of people thinking they know what Obama should and should not do. Our president knows EXACTLY
Liberal_Stalwart71
Nov 2012
#91
Then why reply? Trashing this thread. The president KNOWS what he's doing!! You're not the president
Liberal_Stalwart71
Nov 2012
#102
This is about avoiding the hurricane force that is the Republican spin machine.
Democratopia
Nov 2012
#105
Early on...maybe it was the first interview...Christie thanked the President for getting IN FRONT
libdem4life
Nov 2012
#94
thanks for posting that EG Obviously someone somewhere realized it was a very dire
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#123
I agree entirely with the OP. This is about making sure the Republicans and their propoganda
Democratopia
Nov 2012
#122
yes, D. It is first and foremost about these poor people. And, you are absolutely right -
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#129
“We’re going to die! We’re going to freeze!" - This is what voters are seeing and reading
Democratopia
Nov 2012
#135
Three days on and you say she needs medical attention. Where is it? Not my question, but that is
Democratopia
Nov 2012
#157
“This is America, not a third world nation. We need food." - what voters are seeing and reading
Democratopia
Nov 2012
#143
WTF?"...Staten Islanders...Don't donate to the American Red Cross; put their money elsewhere?"
haele
Nov 2012
#191
You miss the point entirely. Those headlines you suggest are what I want to avoid.
Democratopia
Nov 2012
#150
The media will always be able to find someone not happy and complaining......
FrenchieCat
Nov 2012
#162
The two aren't mutually exclusive. He's got 78% Sandy approval. I want it to stay at least that high
Democratopia
Nov 2012
#154
Have you not seen Romney BLAME Obama for losing jobs in the auto industry?
Democratopia
Nov 2012
#163
Trust me FC, I am 100% aware of the difference between comfort and true and urgent needs.
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#170
Yes, the media, CNN and Fox in particular, are not interested in the people...
Spazito
Nov 2012
#179
yes, you HAVE to admit, it's sickening when you hear it on CNN or Drudge and voila, it appears on DU
Divine Discontent
Nov 2012
#232
I will ignore the rudness. No I haven't been sleeping. No, don't expect Obama should
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#166
Unbelievable. It's not like Katrina. It's bad, but they're ON IT... calm down.
progressivebydesign
Nov 2012
#198
Are you sure you're the first to say it? Sounds like something fresh off the Drudge presses. n/t
gkhouston
Nov 2012
#213
perhaps the only post that needs made for this! lol... I think Obama's been on it since last week
Divine Discontent
Nov 2012
#233
Staten Island sounds more like South Florida after Wilma than New Orleans after Katrina.
Tommy_Carcetti
Nov 2012
#241
What precisely is he not doing that would give objective and immediate assistance...
LanternWaste
Nov 2012
#256