I remember two good leaders who brought hope to the people of Pennsylvania in times of crisis.
I remember in 1972, when Richard Nixon helicoptered onto a hill beside a high school in Harrisburg, when the city was inundated in the Agnes Flood.His visit boosted our spirits immensely.
I remember in 1979, when Jimmy and Rosalyn Carter stood at Ground Zero of the TMI nuclear accident, risking their health to bring solace to the people. I cried when I saw them there on TV. We had evacuated with our whole family, and did not know if or when we could ever return home.
These Presidents, one Republican and one Democrat, really cared about the people.
Actions speak louder than words.
If a Democrat leader is doing their duty to try and console
the people, I respect that. As long as they aren’t gaming
the situation, I support what they are doing.
I don’t care for Carter at all, but if he was there to
genuinely encourage people, that’s important and I approve.