Political Quotes

Catherine Cortez Masto: “I think that there has been a pattern in this country of making mitigation funds available only following disasters.”

On the recordMay 2, 2023
I think that there has been a pattern in this country of making mitigation funds available only following disasters.
Said by
Catherine Cortez Masto
Democratic · Nevada

Editor's note · Context

Cortez Masto argues for proactive funding for disaster prevention rather than reactive funding post-disaster.

Share

More from Catherine Cortez Masto

Aug 8, 2026

Targeted violence towards a law enforcement officer is completely unacceptable and anyone who tries to hurt a cop because of their job should be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law.

coons.senate.gov
Aug 7, 2026

In a swing state, it is the moderate over the progressive that wins.

newyorker.com
Aug 8, 2026

But work in this industry presents distinct mental health risks, and we owe it to construction workers to find solutions.

warner.senate.gov

Other voices in this conversation