White house Quote by Garrett M. Graff
““crews, added to the unfolding chaos around Washington. It’s possible—perhaps even likely, given a study of the morning’s timeline—that reports of the Doomsday plane over the capital are what triggered concerns to evacuate the White House and activate COG procedures. NEACP’s takeoff just six minutes after American Airlines Flight 77 hit the Pentagon injected confusion””
About This Quote
Source Article: The Chaos of Washington, 2001
A chaotic chain of events after 9/11 led to confusion about emergency protocols and the Doomsday plane.
In simple terms: Chaos after 9/11 caused protocol confusion.
Prepare clear emergency plans.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government response
- media reporting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can protocols be clarified?
- What role does media play in crises?
Complexity can hinder swift action.