“All emergencies are local and it doesn't matter what the federal stockpile is, if it doesn't get out locally it doesn't matter. And it's the local health departments that have to get it out.”
Arnold Monto
“Local businesses are under attack by an in invading army of franchisees. the mom & pops are a dying breed”
Kenneth waters Jr
“We are federally mandated to respond to all emergencies, but we do not receive any federal, state or local government funding. We've sent all of our money out of state to help the victims of Hurricane Katrina, so we are in a big financial crunch right now.”
Whitney Beem
“It was a matter of survival for the local people, but it was the most violent scene I have ever witnessed. The people in my group, feeling helpless, were all spellbound and aghast at the same time. I became a vegetarian shortly after that.”
Wendie Malick
“We're looking for better ways to hire local veterans. Federal law gives priority to veterans and special consideration for combat veterans.”
Dave Easter
“The company tried to hide the incident from local environmental protection officials but residents reported the matter to officials on February 5.”
Xinhua News Agency
“In the last several years, the federal government has awarded some $11 billion in grants to federal, state and local authorities to improve emergency preparedness, response and recovery capabilities.”
William Jenkins
