Disaster Quote by Alcee Hastings

We ought to prioritize national disasters... in a fiscally responsible way.

— Steve Scalise

This is a basic function of Congress to keep the government running. And so, what we ought not to do is play politics with…

— David Plouffe

We're facing a natural disaster in the middle of an economic disaster. The federal government has to balance its budget the way our families…

— Nan Hayworth

When disaster strikes, our prime objective is to save the maximum number of people. As the person heading the government, my duty is to…

— Pinarayi Vijayan

It needed to be in the public record that no matter the size of the disaster, no matter the level of our compassion, that…

— Steve King

Responding to a natural disaster is a complex problem.

— Tom Perez

Having said that, I believe we must not compound the natural disaster of Katrina by creating a fiscal disaster in Congress - it is…

— Chris Chocola

I welcome a discussion on a long-term, pro-active approach to disaster relief for Americans. Until Congress arrives at a conclusion, however, we must continue…

— Cedric Richmond

What we ought not do is play politics with those who've been afflicted by disasters. This should not be controversial. Stop playing politics, do…

— David Plouffe

One of the things government should be around for is to deal with catastrophes. It should do that well. To me, that's a government…

— Gary Johnson

To permit irresponsible authority is to sell disaster.

— Robert A. Heinlein

No organization should be allowed near disaster unless they are willing to cooperate with some level of established leadership.

— Irwin Redlener