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Ron Paul: My point wasn't - I pointed out in 1900, Galveston, which is in my district, they survived without FEMA and they did…

On the recordAugust 29, 2011
My point wasn't - I pointed out in 1900, Galveston, which is in my district, they survived without FEMA and they did rebuild the city and it was mostly local funds. Probably some state funds.
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Ron Paul

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Ron Paul argues that Galveston rebuilt without FEMA's assistance, suggesting local and state funds were sufficient.

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