FEMA continues to mistreat the people of North Carolina: While I continue to believe there is a role for the federal government when mega disasters occur, (please go here to see my Full Measure  interview pertaining to FEMA from this past Sunday), we would probably be better off disbanding FEMA and starting over. 

One of dozens of homes destroyed by the 2022 Andover, Kansas, Tornado If you missed yesterday's story about FEMA on Full Measure With Sharyl Attkisson , I encourage you to watch before reading further. You'll find the story here . It explains some of the many issues with FEMA's current operating model that -- literally -- have DEI and climate change ranking higher in FEMA's priorities than assisting disaster victims! If I were asked to give advice regarding the short- to medium-term future of FEMA, I would offer the advice listed below. The ultimate, and superior, advice would come from a National Disaster Review Board, but FEMA has become so dysfunctional that I don't believe the nation can afford to wait to make some or all of these changes.  The Advice The new mission of FEMA would be to serve as a facilitator to state and local governments in the wake of major (not routine) extreme weather and natural disasters (e.g., tsunami).  The current "boots on the gr...

Good morning, everyone. The FEMA story on Full Measure With Sharyl Attkisson is up and can be viewed by going here and clicking on the "FEMA" story toward the bottom.  The current version is without commercials. This will be up for a limited time but you will still be able to watch later in the week. 

Sharyl is producing a story about FEMA and disasters this week that will air this tomorrow (Sunday) morning in most television markets around the nation . For those who don't get to see it on television, you can see it on the internet, here . This is a vital topic as America's disaster forecasting and response leave a lot to be desired. You never know when you might be in the path of a future violent storm.  She was kind enough to invite me to share my thoughts pertaining to these crucial issues.  The interview was conducted via satellite link from Kansas City to Washington. That's me under the giant light and the cameras are out of the frame to the right. She asked great questions. I'd like to thank Sharyl and all of the others involved in news production. Hope you can view it live Sunday morning. I will post a link for those who are not able to view it live.