Reply #157: There are already timelines with documentary evidence and

[Spazito]

links showing that she 'jumped the hoops' to get federal help BEFORE the hurricane. Here is an article with bush's statements on federal help on Aug 29th, BEFORE the hurricane hit:

Bush, agencies pledge post-storm help

RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif. (AP) — President Bush on Monday pledged extensive federal help for victims of Hurricane Katrina to "get your lives back in order." The government put into effect a massive emergency assistance program that included rushing baby formula, communications equipment, generators, water and ice into hard-hit areas.

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It's a storm now that is moving through and now is the time for governments to help people get their feet on the ground," Bush said. "For those of you who are concerned about whether or not we are prepared to help — don't be. We are."

He added, "We're in place, we've got equipment in place, supplies in place and once we're able to assess the damage we'll be able to move in and help those good folks in the affected areas."

The Federal Emergency Management Agency had medical teams, rescue squads and groups prepared to supply food and water poised in a semicircle around New Orleans. (Related item: FEMA ready to test recovery procedures)

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http://www.usatoday.com/news/washington/2005-08-29-aid-agency_x.htm