Not all. We took in evacuees and they were wonderful to have around, helped us out with whatever they could, and constantly expressed gratitude -- to the point where I finally had to tell them to shut up! Now they have found their own place and sent us a huge bouquet of flowers when they were settled. As with anything else, all the media reports is the bad news. I'm sure there are many many other experiences like ours.
I am glad you had a good experience. My utter disgust with the population right now is at an all time high. I was at a town meeting with Nagin today and I am still so angry. You are right, of course, the media focuses on the ugly and the loudest people are always filled with negativity. I am just drained at the moment and all I see is laziness, stupidity, and ugliness. It takes a toll on ones outlook on their fellow man.
I tend to believe your experience was the norm
Same here. I took in a fellow that lost everything but his grandpaw's shotgun and one sack of clothes. He is sleeping on a matress on the floor in my spare bedroom that I use for an office.
He has found a job. (had to get a ride for a few weeks) He has bought an old car. He buys groceries, is constantly cleaning the yard, house, etc. I have not heard a single complaint.
There's a lot of scum out there but this fellow ain't one of them.
My mind blanked when I read this article. Have these people(the evacuees mentioned) gone completely mad?! I simply can't grasp it, it makes no sense. Why would people repay an act of total kindness with this behavior? To say that I am appalled is a gross understatement.:(