Bennie Thompson actually said...

"Families should not have to choose between food on the table and paying a ridiculously high flood insurance premium to a program that is governed by the Federal Government."

"I hope that we can have an honest conversation about the role of climate change in our collective preparedness and response efforts."

"That is why in May, Representatives Carter, Titus, Higgins, and I formed the Disaster Equity and Building Resilience Caucus."

"Unfortunately, these kinds of disasters are becoming more frequent and severe due to climate change."