The World Wants to Help

Good evening to all,

In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, the world wants to help, I say "please let them!" Just as the Federal effort moved all too slowly into action immediately following the storm, the replies to potentially helpful foreign governments have also been slow. I assume it might have something to do with the logistical problems that could arise in coordinating teams from places all over the world, and the mere fact that it has never been done on American soil, though I would hope it has nothing at all to do with someone's idea of national pride. We as Americans are indeed proud, and rightfully so, but it never hurts to accept offered help from our friends during our time of need, I thank them with all my heart for offering. If officials are concerned with the question of where to put foreign aid teams to help, why not ask them to come help in the smaller surrounding communities? Their help would be greatly appreciated by the people in those smaller towns and rural areas, and would also serve to provide a level of relief to our assistance agencies who are overwhelmed in dealing with effected metropolitan areas and suburbs. The offer to help is there, now somebody just needs to accept it, and soon.