recent tragedy in the south

[Bijjy 0]

I donated my winnings yesterday to the Red Cross, $2,325. I feel that a lot of people who lost their homes deserve help rebuilding a life they worked hard for. However, I do not fully understand the pity party being thrown for the people dying in the area. They were given ample time and warning to evacuate, yet refused to do so. In fact many of the people who refused to evacuate did so because they intended to loot local stores. FOX news decided to spin this story as "people trying to find a means to survive." However, I hardly believe a local man run down the street with a bag full of jewelry after looting a jewelry store was trying to find necessities to survive. Some of these yahoos have looted stores for stolen guns, and even fired at helicopters. I do not think it is a coincidence that many of the people who stayed behind to loot are the ones with the least to loose. Poor people living in government housing. So while i feel a great sadness for all the people who have been adversely affected by this tragedy, I feel little pity for the majority of the people who stayed behind, and as a result are dying or near death.Edit: Also, I forgot to mention the looters were attacking hospitals trying to steal drugs.

[93transam 0]

I commend you on your donation sir.And, yes, some people didn't leave because they were tryinig to ride the storm out...but you have GOT to understand that probably more than 3/4 of these people HAD NO WAY OUT....they dont have the money, car, or means to leave the city.this is ridiculous...

[Suited_Up 2]

Wait.... The North won???But really....Well said.*For those who apply*

[93transam 0]

and another thing...its absolutely ludicrous that you can say these people stayed behind just to loot and steal as they please...you truly are ignorant....sure sometimes these situations bring out the worse in people, but of course the media is going to record these scenes of people looting, but it pales in comparison to the GOOD and sadly POOR people who had no way to get out.your stupidity is truly amazing.

[bdc30 0]

FOX news decided to spin this story.

Gee, does this come as a big shock to anyone??If it does, check out the documentary "Outfoxed"it's on Amazon.com for like $12.If anyone's seen it, it makes watching Fox News a whole new experience. :roll:

[Suited_Up 2]

It's pretty much one in the same.They are too poor to go anywhere. But also try to take advantage of a messed up situation. But what exactly is shooting at helicopters going to accomplish? Someone please tell me.

[93transam 0]

But what exactly is shooting at helicopters going to accomplish? Someone please tell me.whats really sad is the people that were sniping the hospitals and attacking the leaving ambulances...

[Suited_Up 2]

But what exactly is shooting at helicopters going to accomplish? Someone please tell me.whats really sad is the people that were sniping the hospitals and attacking the leaving ambulances...

FOR WHAT???That's the most retarded thing I've ever heard! Seriously!

[brad44 0]

I donated my winnings yesterday to the Red Cross, $2,325. I feel that a lot of people who lost their homes deserve help rebuilding a life they worked hard for. However, I do not fully understand the pity party being thrown for the people dying in the area. They were given ample time and warning to evacuate, yet refused to do so. In fact many of the people who refused to evacuate did so because they intended to loot local stores. FOX news decided to spin this story as "people trying to find a means to survive." However, I hardly believe a local man run down the street with a bag full of jewelry after looting a jewelry store was trying to find necessities to survive. Some of these yahoos have looted stores for stolen guns, and even fired at helicopters. I do not think it is a coincidence that many of the people who stayed behind to loot are the ones with the least to loose. Poor people living in government housing. So while i feel a great sadness for all the people who have been adversely affected by this tragedy, I feel little pity for the majority of the people who stayed behind, and as a result are dying or near death.

Nice winnings yesterday! Even nicer deciding to donate! I partly agree with you although instead of many decided to stay behind to loot should read a few. There are after all still 50 000 left in the city.

[bdc30 0]

anyone disagree that they should basicallyjust be shot on sight?I know if I were a national gurd down there man, peoplestealing food or water, who cares, but someguy that ran by me with a mitt full of jewelryor nike running shoes or something would begetting gunned down....

[93transam 0]

But what exactly is shooting at helicopters going to accomplish? Someone please tell me.whats really sad is the people that were sniping the hospitals and attacking the leaving ambulances...

FOR WHAT???That's the most retarded thing I've ever heard! Seriously!

well, from what i understand the people attacking ambulances were just trying to hijack them to get rides out of town...not like thats right or anything, its just pathetic.

[Suited_Up 2]

But what exactly is shooting at helicopters going to accomplish? Someone please tell me.whats really sad is the people that were sniping the hospitals and attacking the leaving ambulances...

FOR WHAT???That's the most retarded thing I've ever heard! Seriously!

well, from what i understand the people attacking ambulances were just trying to hijack them to get rides out of town...not like thats right or anything, its just pathetic.

If you want a ride to prison, then sure.

[Oziumrules 0]

I donated my winnings yesterday to the Red Cross, $2,325. I feel that a lot of people who lost their homes deserve help rebuilding a life they worked hard for. However, I do not fully understand the pity party being thrown for the people dying in the area. They were given ample time and warning to evacuate, yet refused to do so. In fact many of the people who refused to evacuate did so because they intended to loot local stores. FOX news decided to spin this story as "people trying to find a means to survive." However, I hardly believe a local man run down the street with a bag full of jewelry after looting a jewelry store was trying to find necessities to survive. Some of these yahoos have looted stores for stolen guns, and even fired at helicopters. I do not think it is a coincidence that many of the people who stayed behind to loot are the ones with the least to loose. Poor people living in government housing. So while i feel a great sadness for all the people who have been adversely affected by this tragedy, I feel little pity for the majority of the people who stayed behind, and as a result are dying or near death.Edit: Also, I forgot to mention the looters were attacking hospitals trying to steal drugs.

God Bless you! I hope everyone decides to give something, anything to the Red Cross. Your donation will help.God Bless

[The Bwaves 0]

Way chill OP,I'm donating some clothes tomorrow at my work-place, their having a fund-raiser. Anyway nice job broski.

[wannabe 0]

and another thing...its absolutely ludicrous that you can say these people stayed behind just to loot and steal as they please...you truly are ignorant....sure sometimes these situations bring out the worse in people, but of course the media is going to record these scenes of people looting, but it pales in comparison to the GOOD and sadly POOR people who had no way to get out.your stupidity is truly amazing.

Hey Trans AM, how come your only arguments to everyone are"you're ignorant" or "you're stupid"or "I'm a stupid hick w/ no teeth from Indiana"oops.. maybe not that last one.

[Socrates 0]

I donated my winnings yesterday to the Red Cross, $2,325.  I feel that a lot of people who lost their homes deserve help rebuilding a life they worked hard for.  However, I do not fully understand the pity party being thrown for the people dying in the area.  They were given ample time and warning to evacuate, yet refused to do so.  In fact many of the people who refused to evacuate did so because they intended to loot local stores.  FOX news decided to spin this story as "people trying to find a means to survive."  However, I hardly believe a local man run down the street with a bag full of jewelry after looting a jewelry store was trying to find necessities to survive.  Some of these yahoos have looted stores for stolen guns, and even fired at helicopters.  I do not think it is a coincidence that many of the people who stayed behind to loot are the ones with the least to loose.  Poor people living in government housing.  So while i feel a great sadness for all the people who have been adversely affected by this tragedy, I feel little pity for the majority of the people who stayed behind, and as a result are dying or near death.Edit:  Also, I forgot to mention the looters were attacking hospitals trying to steal drugs.

God Bless you! I hope everyone decides to give something, anything to the Red Cross. Your donation will help.God Bless

How about anything but the Red Cross or Pat Robertson. They are afterall the only 2 who redirected funds after 911 to other causes, usch as their own slush funds.Soory, just providing insight.

[offsuitbluff 0]

these people that tried to shoot up an ambulance are absolutely the most horrible people on the earth.they are almost worse then bin laden.if you dont know what i'm talking about these looters were shooting at a ambulance leaving a hospital carrying extremely sick patients.disgusting.

[Bijjy 0]

and another thing...its absolutely ludicrous that you can say these people stayed behind just to loot and steal as they please...you truly are ignorant....sure sometimes these situations bring out the worse in people, but of course the media is going to record these scenes of people looting, but it pales in comparison to the GOOD and sadly POOR people who had no way to get out.your stupidity is truly amazing.

There are 50,000 people trapped out of a population of 1,500,000 or so residents. You can check that at www.census.gov. These people had plenty of time and ample warning to escape. Many of them could have walked out of town when given the first warning. So roughly 3% of the city population chose to stay. I think if you look at any city in any nation you will find that about 3% are less then intelligent, and probably a similar number look for an opportunity benefit themselves at the expense of others. So to your less then intelligent response, it is their fault they are stuck in this situation with exception to those not physically able to leave. Now try coming up with a real response, or step down in limits small timer.

[93transam 0]

and another thing...its absolutely ludicrous that you can say these people stayed behind just to loot and steal as they please...you truly are ignorant....sure sometimes these situations bring out the worse in people, but of course the media is going to record these scenes of people looting, but it pales in comparison to the GOOD and sadly POOR people who had no way to get out.your stupidity is truly amazing.

There are 50,000 people trapped out of a population of 1,500,000 or so residents. You can check that at www.census.gov. These people had plenty of time and ample warning to escape. Many of them could have walked out of town when given the first warning. So roughly 3% of the city population chose to stay. I think if you look at any city in any nation you will find that about 3% are less then intelligent, and probably a similar number look for an opportunity benefit themselves at the expense of others. So to your less then intelligent response, it is their fault they are stuck in this situation with exception to those not physically able to leave. Now try coming up with a real response, or step down in limits small timer.

how about coming up with a real accusation...go ahead call them poor, living in poverty and sick. its really stupid to say that these people only stayed behind to try to loot and steal and rape and shoot at things. thats what i find ignorant on your part.oh, hah, good analogy with the limits thing, real funny.

[....Ian.... 0]

i lost my house, my job, and all my posessions, and now my sons mom and me have to live in different cities so i'll instead of seeing my son 3 days a week i'll see hime like 3 times a year.you wanna donate? offer me a decent job in kansas city.

[93transam 0]

i lost my house, my job, and all my posessions, and now my sons mom and me have to live in different cities so i'll instead of seeing my son 3 days a week i'll see hime like 3 times a year.you wanna donate?  offer me a decent job in kansas city.

i see my dad about 3 times a year. divorce sucks.

[Bijjy 0]

You couldnt respond in an intelligent manner. Now please get off my thread until you have something to contribute. If you personally are broke, I wish you were not. Poker may be a way out for you, but you are relating to these people on the basis of shared economic status, not based on their actions. If you arnt broke, then you are simply ignorant and unable to have an intelligent discussion so stfu.

[93transam 0]

You couldnt respond in an intelligent manner. Now please get off my thread until you have something to contribute. If you personally are broke, I wish you were not. Poker may be a way out for you, but you are relating to these people on the basis of shared economic status, not based on their actions. If you arnt broke, then you are simply ignorant and unable to have an intelligent discussion so stfu.

why are you even typing then? youre the one who started the discussion on the poor people. you're also the one trying to say they only stay behind so they can loot and steal. thats real intelligent ass. give some more statistics, please yes with the census and all. they have no money, no way out period. would you want to walk more than 100 miles to safety? theyd be halfway to safety by the time the hurricane hit.yes i understand and agree that some of them REFUSED to go, but come on? walking to safety? thats almost arbitrary.say, they walked 100 miles to a hotel. what now? they have no money for renting a room. get real.

[monoatomic 0]

I love how people say, " just because they were poor doesn't mean they couldn't leave"Where are they going to go? Live with relatives in another state? Hey just go to a hotel, I am sure they will just let them in without paying for a room. Lets just get into my car...oh yeah...I can't drive it because it's under 10 ft of water.You people really have no idea what being poor really is like. When you have nothing of your own and no one around to help you out.The really sad part about this is people were told to go to these major sites in NO because they were supposed to be safe and the government would help them. What happened? Yeah 5 days later and just today they got a few bags of ice and some water dropped off to them. Why don't you try to live in 90 degree heat with no clean water, no food, no electricity, and no working toliets, nowhere to sleep, and see how you are fairing afterwards.

[93transam 0]

I love how people say, " just because they were poor doesn't mean they couldn't leave"Where are they going to go? Live with relatives in another state? Hey just go to a hotel, I am sure they will just let them in without paying for a room. Lets just get into my car...oh yeah...I can't drive it because it's under 10 ft of water.You people really have no idea what being poor really is like. When you have nothing of your own and no one around to help you out.The really sad part about this is people were told to go to these major sites in NO because they were supposed to be safe and the government would help them. What happened? Yeah 5 days later and just today they got a few bags of ice and some water dropped off to them. Why don't you try to live in 90 degree heat with no clean water, no food, no electricity, and no working toliets, nowhere to sleep, and see how you are fairing afterwards.

thank you.