Posted on 03/01/2010 2:39:29 PM PST by Kartographer
Chilean authorities are struggling to maintain order, distribute supplies, and rescue survivors after Saturday's powerful earthquake that killed more than 700 people and damaged or destroyed hundreds of thousands of homes and buildings. President Michelle Bachelet is attempting to rally her nation in the face of tragedy and devastation, while appealing to the international community for assistance.
Shock and grief have given way to desperation and lawlessness in some areas hardest-hit by the 8.8-magnitude earthquake. Many looters made off with food and basic supplies. Others saw an opportunity for large-scale theft, carrying away home appliances on their backs
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“LOL...And every time you cash your paycheck you buy an extra box of ammo”
No, that would break the joists. But you’d be surprised (probably shocked) at how many people here (on this site) are prepared to look out for their families, should bad things happen (like hurricanes).
“No widespread looting, civil people helping out their fellow man.”
There was looting at and around the WTC.
“That’s the country _I_ live in.”
yes, and it’s just as distasteful here as in Chile - but it by no means condemns everyone.
No, the rioting and looting are occurring in Chile, not the U.S.
Some say.
Are you kidding? The emergency services in NY were in total chaos, their communications were jammed, overloaded, and nearly all of their tactical and regular patrol personnel were involved in the event. It would have been extremely loot and rob during the 18 hours during and following that event.
This isn't even debatable.
They've played video images of looting on television and the presidente came out and stated looting was occurring, and she did so several times in television interviews.
ER.....It would have been *extremely easy* to loot and rob during the 18 hours during and following that event.
Very good!
And my personal motto is “I would rather be a disappointed pessimist than a horrified optimist.” - but that's just me....
“Not in the least - I know most Conservative folks see the real world and not the fantasy-land that most Dims live in.
And my personal motto is “I would rather be a disappointed pessimist than a horrified optimist.” - but that’s just me....”
Sounds like you got your act together and I like your motto (excellent). We’re on the same page.
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