Archive for the ‘Katrina’ Category

Expedited Assistance to Katrina’s victims: a Federal Enron?

Saturday, February 18th, 2006

Tragedies attract profiteers, who use chaos, lax enforcement, and victims’ goodwill to their advantage. The GAO released this week a report detailing the extensive abuse of expedited assistance funds delivery to Katrina and Rita victims. Several cases under investigation are spectacular, with some people cashing in over $100,000 of assistance ...

Learning from Katrina: improving preparedness and preventing government ADD

Saturday, February 4th, 2006

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) has just released its preliminary findings on its investigation on Katrina and Rita. This document is a must-read. GAO’s key findings apply to all levels of government and most businesses.  GAO's assessment raises tough questions and deep concerns on the US overall level of ...