I have been enormously proud to chair this effort as we work to achieve two basic goals: one, to get the assistance that you all fought so hard to make a reality to communities as quickly as possible, to meet the immediate needs; and, second, to ensure that the region rebuilds stronger and smarter than before.
Goals for Hurricane Sandy recovery efforts.
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I would really describe [sequestration], in many cases, as mindless austerity, cutting just simply straight across the budget without reflecting, really, which are the critical investments.
We all understand the impact the foreclosure crisis has had on homeowners, but the crisis hurt communities, too.
Don't take my word for it; the Joint Chiefs have spoken out, I think, very effectively over the last few weeks that our national security would be put at risk by a return to sequestration.