The Consequences Of Hurricane Katrina

In Puerto Rico, 3.4 million Americans are without electricity after Hurricane Maria, like a 50-mile wide tornado, virtually obliterated the island’s infrastructure. Essentials like food and water are nearly impossible to distribute, especially to the parts of the island that were hit the hardest. Local officials worry they may not reach everyone in time. Yet Donald Trump remained silent all weekend on the worst U.S. humanitarian crisis since Hurricane Katrina crushed New Orleans. Instead, the president obsessed over whether football players stand or kneel during the national anthem.

As images documenting Maria’s aftermath begin to appear, we see utter devastation. Although some troops and supplies have reached the island, the response has