The Superdome was opened this morning to provide a safe harbor for those who are unable to leave the city (started with the old and infirm, then to whoever else had need). It can house 70,000 and is high enough that flooding should not be an issue. My brother said it took over three hours to go 100 miles while leaving the city earlier today.
I find it unfathomable that the DUmmies could possibly attempt to blame Bush for any of this? Last time i checked, there was only one God in the universe and Bush wasn't him. As far as the National Guard goes, I don't know about them, but the Coast Guard is a strong presence in New Orleans, and I know the coasties are working hard to protect and help those who are in need.
I'm glad your brother was able to get out of the city. I just heard on the news that the average speed of vehicles still leaving the city is 20 mph. No wonder it took so long for your brother 3 hours to go 100 miles.
As for the DUmmies, it's gotten to the point where little surprises me anymore when it comes to their rants and "blame games". There's a reason that most of them wouldn't consider this hurricane an "act of God"; most of them don't believe in God. Also, they don't believe that weather is just one of those natural occurences and sometimes the weather gets pretty nasty without help from anyone. LOL
President Bush is their scapegoat for everything and every issue they find fault with, including hurricanes. I'm praying for all of those folks in the hurricane's path, and even the idiots who CHOSE to stay.