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It is more than unfortunate that a truthful commentary such as this is necessary.

In addition to local first responders, the actual first responders were Samaritans Purse, the Salvation Army, Baptist relief, UMCOR, churches, and literally thousands of individuals and companies who hit the peddle and have and are bringing aid and comfort to areas in Upper East TN, Western NC, GA, SW Virginia, and Florida.

No waiting to be told what to do…just action where, when and how needed.

This is America at its best…free-enterprise and human ingenuity and compassion in full force. Liberty, freedom and individual sense of responsibility for others.

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It matters. Give.

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Thanks Erick. I just gave to the SA

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Amen

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How about donating to the United Cajun Navy as well, who delivering supplies and evacuating those left stranded?

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Re: "Not Everything Is Political"

Nay.... To the Left, EVERYTHING is political.

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I hear they have horns and tails too.

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(sssshhhhhh....!)

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I once had the experience of being one of a very few Democrats in a Republican gubernatorial administration. Coming from Chicago, where there are precious few Republicans for me to have gotten to know, I was surprised to find that while we might disagree about how to get there, Republicans wanted good schools, safe streets, a better life for their children: that is, pretty much the same things as the Democrats I knew.

We may disagree - strongly, at times. But people are just people, Joe, no different from you or I. As concerns those disagreements, the erroneous assumption that the other side is somehow fundamentally different from us only makes bridging the gaps between us that much harder.

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"Republicans wanted good schools, safe streets, a better life for their children: that is, pretty much the same things as the Democrats I knew"...

How about that, huh? Who would have thought?

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Just sent some funds to Samaritans Purse. Solid organization.

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I can confirm your support of the Salvation Army. I’ve been assigned to multiple cleanups through my agency over my 30 years and the Salvation Army is the only dependable organization that we can rely on to show up for meals and support for people on the ground. I’ve witnessed their support multiple times and the meals and drinks were greatly appreciated. Peoples money go to help with this organization so I hope people do support them.

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Just to add a bit of a laugh at our own expense. But I can say for sure the Hurricane, did not, hit Alabama this time. Sorry Mr. Trump.

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I don’t get it…..

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Sharpie gate

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Ah…got it. Thanks!

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My mind is still occupied by the Alabama Georgia game that Trump visited. It was a heart breaker for us Dawgs.

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Thanks Erick, Maybe our politicians can suspend some of their garbage ads and put the money toward the victims of this horrible storm. A much better use. Just a thought:-)

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You are not alone. I just mentioned to hubby that Kamala could be asking for contributions for relief of storm victims instead of more money for her campaign right now which is not needed.

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I also recommend Samaritan’s Purse, run by Franklin Graham. Excellent organization.

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Agree - we have given to them for years.

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One of the best there is. They do so much all over the world.

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You beat me to it.

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The Salvation Army is a wonderful organization! Thank you Eric for highlighting their good works and for having a day without politics ! May the Lord Bless our Country

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I live in Cedar Key one of the hardest hit areas. My Church, First Baptist Church Of Cedar Key is doing relief directly, knowing the local needs. They are coordinating all the feeding for those affected and workers right now in the small coastal town. Additionally, they’re helping out people who’ve lost everything directly on a one by one basis with 100% of the funds going to those in need. The the website for giving is https://www.cedarkeybaptist.com/

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Samaritan's Purse, based in Boone NC, is mobilizing relief teams to send both into NC counties, and down to Florida. Our church has two teams already enroute. Even getting to Boone is a problem, with road washouts and power-less gas stations. Samaritan's Purse serves disaster victims with food, construction materials and labor, and the comforting love of Jesus. You can contribute here, and always physically volunteer if you're able and willing: https://www.samaritanspurse.org/

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Greetings to all during this difficult time. Prayers to all affected by this storm which seems to be one of the worst. Any information on the state of I-20 East to Augusta and onto South Carolina to Columbia? God Bless.

David B.

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Far and away the best coverage of the NC and TN damage is found on YouTube, uploaded by drone pilots.

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