Two years ago, Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans and the Gulf Coast. In the days following the tragedy, promises to help rebuild that great city and get New Orleanians back on their feet rolled in from the Bush Administration. It turns out they were just empty promises.

Molly, a MoveOn member from New Orleans, tells what really happened: "The president promised my city aid and help, but we have received almost none. He needs to be told that he was elected as the leader of the American people, and that THEY should be his first priority."

It's not surprising that the Bush Administration would fail to deliver—that's their trademark. But we can't let them get away with this blatant neglect of fellow Americans who are trying to rebuild their lives. Clicking the link below will add your name to the petition telling Congress that two years is too long and that they must pass the Gulf Coast Housing Recovery Act of 2007:

http://www.moveon.org/r?r=2928

The bill provides desperately needed funds for affordable housing, guarantees the replacement of public housing units, and ensures that all those who wish to return home can do so. It also continues assistance for evacuees to make sure that they have safe, decent housing until they can return home. The bill was introduced by Senator Chris Dodd and is gaining co-sponsors, including Senator Barack Obama.

There is progress in the Gulf, thanks to countless acts of courage and resourcefulness by citizens determined to rebuild. And there is still tremendous suffering—its persistence is a national disgrace. We asked MoveOn members on the Gulf Coast how they were doing two years after Katrina—their stories were uplifting and heartbreaking, eloquent and exasperating. But their message was unmistakable: Don't forget us.

Sign the petition:
"Two years is too long—Congress must force President Bush to keep his promises by passing the Gulf Coast Housing Recovery Act of 2007."
http://www.moveon.org/r?r=2928


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Two years ago, Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans and the Gulf Coast. In the days following the tragedy, promises to help rebuild that great city and get New Orleanians back on their feet rolled in from the Bush Administration. It turns out they were just empty promises.

Molly, a MoveOn member from New Orleans, tells what really happened: "The president promised my city aid and help, but we have received almost none. He needs to be told that he was elected as the leader of the American... (read more)