Donald Powell
Donald Powell
Donald Powell Distinguished Service Orderwas an officer in the British Indian Army during World War I and World War II...
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Every time some type of natural disaster has hit, the people of this region have come back, and come back stronger than before. Failure is not an option. ... It's too important a task not to do it right.
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That's a decision between the Legislature and the governor. That's a decision that clearly is a local decision.
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Everyone has the same concern and interests -- that the flood maps be available for the four parishes as soon as possible.
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It's a very complex issue, and it's important we get it right.
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They will be rebuilt stronger and better than they were before Katrina.
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The administration will come out with a certain level and then it will be up to Congress to decide on the level. The president is committed to rebuilding the Gulf Coast.
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It's important that people feel safe and move back into the area. It's important that business create jobs in that particular area. The levee system is vital to that process.
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This program allows states' leaders -- who are closest to the people -- to decide exactly how this grant money should be spent.
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We believe that these funds will meet the permanent housing needs of the state so that its residents can return and get back on their feet, not only with a roof over their heads, but with a safe one as well.
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Banks are part of the community. They understand the needs of consumers, and they deal in good faith, promoting goodwill.
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That's got long-term consequences, so I'll not be bashful to understand some of those issues and come back and say, 'We need to find a better way to do this,'
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Attracting private sector businesses to invest in the Gulf Coast is critical to rebuilding the region and the economy.
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At times, yes, quite frankly, To date the cooperation is extraordinary.
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The most important news here is that the viable flood maps are being issued today. I think it's important because it brings certainty to some uncertain issues along the greater New Orleans area.