Oliver Thomas: “How many more storms do the people of Louisiana have to go through? How much more sorrow do these families have to bear?”

If there are leaders who believe that certain communities are not viable, say that. Don't let these communities or these people waste their time talking about rebuilding or coming back home. That would be extremely unfair.

Think of yourselves as survivors, not as victims

I would like to see the city take all of its capital funds, whatever we have, and just spend it. Get together with non-profits, housing agencies, and let them have it. Let them start rebuilding yesterday.

It's time to make it right.