Enjoy TNA, but ...I really enjoy THE NEW AMERICAN magazine The American Magazine was a periodical publication founded in June of 1906, stemming from failed publications purchased a few years earlier from publishing mogul Miriam Leslie. . This is our family's newspaper. We use these articles as references and loan the magazines to a variety of people. This magazine is making quite an impact on people. It is an excellent source for us as subscribers to use as an information tool to inform others. However, in the article "Katrina Exposes Fatal Flaws" in the October 3, 2005 issue, I feel the author missed an opportunity to point out that what happened in Louisiana is the final product of a welfare state. When multiple generations know only government to provide all of their lifelong needs, they cannot provide for themselves. Reliance on the government ruins self-esteem and creativity! This scenario reminds me of a domesticated do·mes·ti·cate tr.v. do·mes·ti·cat·ed, do·mes·ti·cat·ing, do·mes·ti·cates 1. To cause to feel comfortable at home; make domestic. 2. To adopt or make fit for domestic use or life. 3. a. animal that is totally reliant upon its owner for subsistence. Without the owner to care for it, the animal will soon perish. What we have done to those people in the name of "compassion" is totally ruin what could be productive lives. If we are truly compassionate, we could now use this situation to help these people help themselves. During WWII WWII abbr. World War II WWII World War Two and September 11, people did not resort to whining to the feds to "get here and fix our problem." They didn't rape, pillage PILLAGE. The taking by violence of private property by a victorious army from the citizens or subjects of the enemy. This, in modern times, is seldom allowed, and then, only when authorized by the commander or chief officer, at the place where the pillage is committed. , burn, murder, or loot. They united and worked hard to better the situation. One victim of Hurricane Katrina  Editing of this page by unregistered or newly registered users is currently disabled due to vandalism. who was quoted in the article compared the looters to Robin Hood Robin Hood, legendary hero of 12th-century England who robbed the rich to help the poor. Chivalrous, manly, fair, and always ready for a joke, Robin Hood reflected many of the ideals of the English yeoman. . This comparison reminded me of the way General Washington handled his starving troops. It was Christmas Day at Valley Forge Valley Forge, on the Schuylkill River, SE Pa., NW of Philadelphia. There, during the American Revolution, the main camp of the Continental Army was established (Dec., 1777–June, 1778) under the command of Gen. George Washington. , and several of his troops stole 11 geese from a neighboring farm. The troops were underdressed and starving, but in the eyes of General Washington, they were still stealing. He considered them no better than the British. As punishment, the men were whipped severely. Now, over 225 years later, stealing is considered to be virtuous and noble! When asked why so many women and children were abandoned during the Louisiana crisis, our local talk-show host gave a very good answer. These women and mothers were married to the state, and the state makes a lousy husband and an even worse father! This would be an excellent opportunity to let our representatives realize firsthand what a train wreck train wreck Medtalk A popular term for a multiproblem Pt in critical condition welfare has become. It should be dismantled and drained along with the muddy water. But watch and observe; politicians will use this situation to further expand the welfare state because there is a "need." Let's replace welfare checks with opportunity! MONTY BUTTON Adel, Iowa |
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