Reply #19: I am so sorry to hear that, my friend. [View All]

[NanceGreggs]

And hopefully, someday soon you will be back.

Aside from the obvious fact -- that New Orleans NEEDS and DESERVES assistance, I truly believe that the restoration of NOLA could serve as a symbol of what the Democrats are capable of doing, given the opportunity.

It will show the country that we take our responsibilities to our fellow citizens seriously, and are willing and able to un-do the damage the GOP has done through sheer negligence.

The rebuilding should include tax incentives to get businesses up and running, subsidized low-rent housing for former residents who have been forced to leave, engineering teams brought in to replace and/or fortify the levees, etc. Rebuilding/restoring existing structures and residences will create jobs, thus providing income for those who wish to come back to their former city.

I see no reason why a coalition cannot be put together to negotiate with financial institutions for funding, as well as suppliers of construction materials, etc. Elected Dems can propose appropriate funding packages from government sources.

Make it an "honour" to participate. Get boards of directors of corporations on-board to donate time, materials, money, training for workers, etc., which gives them "bragging rights" with respect to their advertising: "WE helped rebuild NOLA!" "A PROUD sponsor of the NOLA Rebuilding Coalition", and so on.

Could there be a more blatant and lasting symbol of the Democratic Party's dedication to getting the country back on track than the restoration of one of our most beloved cities? On top of the obvious benefits to NOLA's population, it would be a PR dream for our party!

As for the MSM continuing to ignore anything the Dems do that is positive or forward-thinking, let them TRY to ignore an entire US city being restored to what it was BEFORE the nightmare of GOP control.

If handled correctly, especially in terms of the city's displaced population being physically and financially able to return, it's a win-win situation for everyone.