I'm ashamed of America. I'm ashamed of our government. And as a member of the appropriation's committee, I want to make sure, yes, we should approve the $10.5 billion. But it's got to go right to the people.
Rep. Kilpatrick criticizes the government's response and emphasizes the need for direct aid to the affected people.
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