A Boston Tea Party …(A Few Extra Dollars)

I want to make it clear from the beginning of this article that this has nothing to do with dikes breaching or two natural disasters (hurricane and flood). This article is 100% about the ineptitude of the response for adequate security by our federal government.

Since 9/11 we have been sold a bill of goods that amazing organization is going on to help protect and provide aid should another terrorist attack take place. The tragedy taking place in Louisiana and Mississippi and specifically New Orleans shows all of America how unprepared the homeland security department really is. Our government tries to tell us that everything will be fine and they have different scenarios planned for. The truth is what is taking place in New Orleans tells us should a terrorist attack take place in a major city people better be prepared for many days of isolation before help arrives.

It is embarrassing how ineffective the response by federal and state officials has been in providing security to the people trapped in New Orleans. This is neither a democrat nor a republican issue but rather a government issue. Government blows smoke up our ass to tell us all will be fine so that we continue to shop at Old Navy. When the disaster or terrorist attack hits they fail to come through in a timely, overwhelming manner. Without enough security forces in place rescue efforts cannot work efficiently.

More money is needed for Homeland security in all areas but instead tax dollars are stuffed in congressional pork projects. Our borders are left unprotected but we are told it isn’t needed. We are sold a bill of goods of half-truths so we keep the economy rolling. When it comes to laying blame we will see another commission created just like the 9/11 commission. They too will leave out vital information to protect high officials from taking any blame.

The point is the federal government has failed just as it did in stopping the highjackers of 9/11. Whether it be terrorism or a natural disaster incompetence will prevail without blame. If reporters could make it into New Orleans for the last 5 days then why weren’t there enough National Guard people to provide security. The people paid to make the correct decisions failed once again. If the security officials were from private industry they would have been there on time or they would not be in business.

Should pressure be put on those in charge? I say yes, as much as possible. If extreme pressure makes them respond in a manner fitting the situation then pressure is what is needed. If they cannot take the heat then I suggest the federal government begin to tell us that when the next terrorist attack takes place American citizens need to be prepared for potential extreme hardship even if it prevents us from spending a few extra dollars at our favorite store.