Obama tours tornado damage in Alabama, promises aid for survivors of 'heartbreaking' storm

[azurnoir]

Source: star tribune

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Expressing amazement at the destruction around him, President Barack Obama on Friday stepped through the wreckage left by rampaging tornadoes and pledged help to those who survived but lost their homes in a terrifying flash. Said the president: "I've never seen devastation like this."

"We're going to make sure you're not forgotten," Obama said as he and first lady Michelle Obama walked the streets of a reeling neighborhood. He said that although nothing could be done for the many who were killed — "they're alongside God at this point" — Obama assured support for resilient survivors.

Hurrying to Alabama, Obama offered comfort and help in a role he and presidents before him have had to assume time and again in moments of crisis. "It is heartbreaking," he said, standing under a sunny sky that was a stark contrast to the wreckage and bleakness around him.



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[CurtEastPoint]

1. And look at the freakin' comments.

Bunch of asses:

We'll all see nationwide if he gets elected to a second term.
posted by cks1950 on Apr. 29, 11 at 3:55 PM |
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Yeah and taping Oprah was more important than going there immediately.What a leader.
posted by jburchett on Apr. 29, 11 at 4:38 PM |
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If he wants to see complete devastation....he should take a look at what he is doing to this country. Gas prices..sky high...unemployment rate...sky high...national debt....sky high...his arrogance....yep, sky high.

[HankyDubs]

2. such gratitude

:sarcasm:

[azurnoir]

3. Stribs comments have been being 'freeped' for a while now

but it has gotten worse since the elections last fall

[alp227]

5. what do they have to say about this photo of this president sky high?

[dixiegrrrrl]

4. ahem....still waiting for the promise " the Gulf would be made whole."

I am sincerely hoping there will be quick and compassionate help from FEMA, instead of another
"Disaster Capitalism" outcome.

[ReggieVeggie]

6. I give him credit for his quick response

and for Michelle going with him...he may not be highly loved by a large chunk of the locals, but he showed them he was quick to recognize the situation and show his concern. He probably will win quite a few hearts and minds from Alabamans. Of course, Tuscaloosa is a college town, so the dynamic there is probably a little different.