Mark Otto Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 I guess people don't read headlines when it is estimated that Katrina could cost the USA over $200 billion? Also take into consideration that the United States is $7,918,009,471,434.33 ($7.9 trillion) in debt. Hmm...yeah, the United States has plenty of money to cover this disaster (can you note the sarcasm?) You know, it's nice to think that everyone here is so concerned whether or not our national government has enough money to do something here instead of the fact that hundreds of thousands of people have had no food, water, homes, etc since the hurricane. And sure it is not as bad as the tsunami that hit almost a year ago, but what does it matter? They are both natural disasters, they both have affected people of the world, and they will have further effects (economic troubles anyone?) for sometime to come. For instance, energy costs in my area of the United States are projected to rise at least 50% this winter. Also consider the fact that gas prices in several areas doubled to tripled throughout the nation due to the shutting down of oil refineries throughout the coast. So, yes, we may seem to be the richest country and we may use the most oil and other natural resources than any other nation, but is the USA still not a nation of people? Don't give me crap about our government being in the Middle East either; our government was slow to respond and has paid direly for it. It's not like they expected to get hit with a $200 billion price tag for the hurricane either. How about focusing on the job at hand instead of the mistakes that will (hopefully) never be repeated? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nexus Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 Again the USA gov has more than enough money. It they where not picking fights on the Arab nations they would have had enough solders to control the unacceptable violence much faster. It's only 3rd world countries that need financial, and other aid. The richest country should have been able to respond faster than they did :( 586536192[/snapback] So what part of the response were you apart of? Or are you basing your opinion on what the liberal media feeds you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nexus Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 I guess people don't read headlines when it is estimated that Katrina could cost the USA over $200 billion? Also take into consideration that the United States is $7,918,009,471,434.33 ($7.9 trillion) in debt.Hmm...yeah, the United States has plenty of money to cover this disaster (can you note the sarcasm?) You know, it's nice to think that everyone here is so concerned whether or not our national government has enough money to do something here instead of the fact that hundreds of thousands of people have had no food, water, homes, etc since the hurricane. And sure it is not as bad as the tsunami that hit almost a year ago, but what does it matter? They are both natural disasters, they both have affected people of the world, and they will have further effects (economic troubles anyone?) for sometime to come. For instance, energy costs in my area of the United States are projected to rise at least 50% this winter. Also consider the fact that gas prices in several areas doubled to tripled throughout the nation due to the shutting down of oil refineries throughout the coast. So, yes, we may seem to be the richest country and we may use the most oil and other natural resources than any other nation, but is the USA still not a nation of people? Don't give me crap about our government being in the Middle East either; our government was slow to respond and has paid direly for it. It's not like they expected to get hit with a $200 billion price tag for the hurricane either. How about focusing on the job at hand instead of the mistakes that will (hopefully) never be repeated? 586536329[/snapback] Could not have said it better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_sphinx_ Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 Careful, what comes around goes around. Better hope others dont think like that if your ever in need of some help 586536317[/snapback] words of wisdom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pdog Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 well, my family lived in one of the cities hit, Bay St Louis, MS, so really we donate without giving to red cross or something. We give them a place to stay, clothes, a job etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramble Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 No, nothing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spenser.d Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 I donated, and I'm getting a cool shirt out of it. Bungie Studios put out a new "Fight the Flood" t-shirt. ALL profits from the shirt are going to red cross (so about $15 of the $20 it costs). As of 9/13, they've sold 9,763 shirts and have $146,445 to donate. The link is here: Fight The Flood T-Shirt I suggest donating this way. You donate $15 and get a cool shirt out of it. Hell, I'm paying for college and I still found money for it. -Spenser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simplicity Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 I donated $10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crimson Behelit Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 (edited) I guess people don't read headlines when it is estimated that Katrina could cost the USA over $200 billion?? Also take into consideration that the United States is $7,918,009,471,434.33 ($7.9 trillion) in debt.So, yes, we may seem to be the richest country and we may use the most oil and other natural resources than any other nation, but is the USA still not a nation ofpeople>? 586536329[/snapback] When considering a $7.9 trillion debt, $200billion ispennies> in comparison andpales> to the amount of money invested in the pillage of Iraq. Since the U.S. has been a self-serving nation for as long as I can remember, I find it overwhelmingly hypocritical that you expect the world to further-feed the U.S. with relief money. If I'm not mistaken, the U.S. government just allocated $16.4billion> dollars for NASA:wacko::... it looks as if the U.S. has its priorities straight(Y)) Thepeople> affected by the disaster need food, clothing, and supplies... This is precisely why I chose to donate supplies rather than money. Edit - 200million was a typo... corrected Edited September 16, 2005 by joekr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Otto Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 When considering a $7.9 trillion debt, $200million is pennies in comparison and pales to the amount of money invested in pillage of Iraq.Since the U.S. has been a self-serving nation for as long as I can remember, I find it overwhelmingly hypocritical that you expect the world to further-feed the U.S. with relief money and sympathy. 586536362[/snapback] Did I say anything about feeling sympathy for my country? No, I did not. I simply said that we are people, too. Don't think about helping a nation because everyone has their opinions about nations. Donate to help people, not a country. Oh, and it's $200 BILLION, not million. And yes, NASA did get $16.4 billion, but I didn't tell Congress to do it. At least our country is trying to do it for advancement of humanity (so to speak). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingDrew Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 Well first off I haven't but I am also a high school student still living with my parents.Second to all you people saying that the US government has plenty of money, uh have you seen our national debt? And that is not just some unrealistic figure that is never going to have to be paid. My generation is going to end up paying for it. :( 586536251[/snapback] Yeah, because the US government will give out welfare checks to anyone that has no job and/or are just lazy. Why the hell should the government pay you for doing nothing? Lazy ****ers... Sounds harsh, but it's teh truth and I'm sure people agree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solarix Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 I guess people don't read headlines when it is estimated that Katrina could cost the USA over $200 billion? Also take into consideration that the United States is $7,918,009,471,434.33 ($7.9 trillion) in debt.Hmm...yeah, the United States has plenty of money to cover this disaster (can you note the sarcasm?) You know, it's nice to think that everyone here is so concerned whether or not our national government has enough money to do something here instead of the fact that hundreds of thousands of people have had no food, water, homes, etc since the hurricane. And sure it is not as bad as the tsunami that hit almost a year ago, but what does it matter? They are both natural disasters, they both have affected people of the world, and they will have further effects (economic troubles anyone?) for sometime to come. For instance, energy costs in my area of the United States are projected to rise at least 50% this winter. Also consider the fact that gas prices in several areas doubled to tripled throughout the nation due to the shutting down of oil refineries throughout the coast. So, yes, we may seem to be the richest country and we may use the most oil and other natural resources than any other nation, but is the USA still not a nation of people? Don't give me crap about our government being in the Middle East either; our government was slow to respond and has paid direly for it. It's not like they expected to get hit with a $200 billion price tag for the hurricane either. How about focusing on the job at hand instead of the mistakes that will (hopefully) never be repeated? 586536329[/snapback] finally a decent non-selfish response Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hills420 Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 I don't donate, period. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Otto Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 I don't donate, period. 586536411[/snapback] Out of curiousity, why? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_sphinx_ Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 Out of curiousity, why? 586536420[/snapback] sorry for the cut-in, but I think that's because some people can't afford donating money. Some people have their own problems...like gas prices...that's 1 problem all Americas are facing now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sacrifist Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 I dont donate and i dont expect any charity from anyone ever. Its my money and my life, if I lose everything, so be it, its my problem, no one elses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AntiFlagPUNK Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 No. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doli Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 I dont donate and i dont expect any charity from anyone ever. Its my money and my life, if I lose everything, so be it, its my problem, no one elses. 586536469[/snapback] I want to apologize for the people who out of the kindness of their hearts want to help you if you ever lose everything. They can be such an annoyance with there "Let us help you get back on your feet" attitude. Who needs help, they should just go away and stop helping people. Its all about "Numero Uno" baby. :no: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sacrifist Posted September 17, 2005 Share Posted September 17, 2005 well, not exactly, its about family. Anyone outside my close relatives or close friends i could care less about giving money to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlmodell Posted September 20, 2005 Share Posted September 20, 2005 i donated $100 from my first paycheck when i heard about the disaster; i know no one down there, but i still felt compelled to try and help out. I would not donate to help rebuild the city though, because that is not my responsibility, but helping families get to safety, and to buy food, yes, i feel compelled to. It is unfortunate that many businesses that got their start down there have decided to relocate their headquarters, such as Ruth's Chris, their 3 restaurants were decimated, one of them being the original, have decided not to rebuild. Atleast during 9/11, it was the business sector's resiliency that kept NY going. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Dick Montage Subscriber² Posted September 20, 2005 Subscriber² Share Posted September 20, 2005 I have not and will not send money to one of the richest countries, who have squandered so much of their budget on arms. Also I am a major evangelist of the theory that you get your house in order before you try to do the same for others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Galley Posted September 20, 2005 Share Posted September 20, 2005 I made a donation at work since they were matching all donations. They raised $6000. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoochieMamma Posted September 20, 2005 Share Posted September 20, 2005 I'am suprised that "Nah, the government has enough Money.." isn't winning :wacko: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kombolcha Posted September 20, 2005 Share Posted September 20, 2005 i voted no, but i remembered donating $3.. all i had at the time, and the other day i cursed out this guy at a coin-op laundry place.. red cross my ass :crazy: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kombolcha Posted September 20, 2005 Share Posted September 20, 2005 I'am suprised that "Nah, the government has enough Money.." isn't winning :wacko: 586552820[/snapback] that's because they government doesn't have money. they're borrowing money from other countries to finance everything. 16 billion for this, 30 billion for that, 64 billion for that one there.. *sigh* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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