The reality of Katrina didn't really strike me until the first time I flew up in a helicopter and saw areas of the city that I had ridden my bicycle as a youth being fully flooded. — Ray Nagin Copy Share Image
We're learning as we go. We're a lot smarter this time. We understand what it takes to mobilize away from the threat of a hurricane. — Ray Nagin Copy Share Image
One of the best moments I've ever had in New Orleans is seeing Bourbon Street filled on a weekend night not long ago. Just… — Ray Nagin Copy Share Image
You take dark chocolate, you mix it with white milk, and it becomes a delicious drink. That is the chocolate I am talking about. — Ray Nagin Copy Share Image
The people of our city are holding on by a thread. Time has run out. Can we survive another night? And who can we… — Ray Nagin Copy Share Image
It's all right. You guys in New York City can't get a hole in the ground fixed, and it's five years later, so let's… — Ray Nagin Copy Share Image
This economic pie that is getting ready to explode before our eyes is going to be shared equally. — Ray Nagin Copy Share Image
Candor is the only way I know how to do it. I'm way too old to change. At the end of the day, I… — Ray Nagin Copy Share Image
I want to continue to stay plugged into New Orleans and help people who are still struggling with the recovery here, and then, if… — Ray Nagin Copy Share Image
I think I did everything possible known to any mayor in the country as it relates to saving lives. — Ray Nagin Copy Share Image
We're out of nuclear crisis mode and into normal, day-to-day crisis mode. — Ray Nagin Copy Share Image
One of the best moments Ive ever had in New Orleans is seeing Bourbon Street filled on a weekend night not long ago. Just… — Ray Nagin Copy Share Image
The reality is this city will not be the same for a while, ... We're not saying bring New Orleans back today. — Ray Nagin Copy Share Image
