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San Juan Mayor: People In Puerto Rico Are 'On The Brink Of Death' | The 11th Hour | MSNBC
In this emotional segment from MSNBC's "The 11th Hour," Mayor Carmen Yulín Cruz of San Juan firmly addresses the dire situation in Puerto Rico following Hurricane Maria. Her heartfelt plea for assistance encapsulates the urgent need for federal support, highlighting the disconnect between governmental response and the on-the-ground reality faced by residents.
Mayor Cruz expresses her frustration over the slow recovery efforts, explicitly stating, "WE ARE DYING HERE." This powerful declaration is a direct criticism of the inefficiencies plaguing FEMA and other federal assistance programs, which, according to her, have not adequately provided for Puerto Ricans' basic needs, such as food, drinking water, and medical supplies. She emphasizes that many residents lack basic means of communication, making standard registration processes for aid impractical.
A key point in her address is the distinction she makes between addressing Puerto Rico's debt and the immediate humanitarian crisis. Cruz argues that while long-term recovery is necessary, the priority must be saving lives. "We are in a lifesaving mode here," she insists, stressing the need for a functioning aid system that does not prioritize bureaucracy over human lives.
Cruz also remarks on how logistical failures, especially in delivering supplies and medical aid, contrast sharply with past disaster responses, like those in Louisiana or Haiti. She reiterates that assistance should be delivered efficiently, urging the Trump administration to intervene in a manner that reflects America's values of compassion and solidarity.
This heartfelt conversation opens essential avenues for discussion among the Windows Forum community. How do you feel about the government's response to natural disasters, both domestically and internationally? Have you encountered any similar issues when seeking support during a crisis? Share your thoughts and experiences!
In this emotional segment from MSNBC's "The 11th Hour," Mayor Carmen Yulín Cruz of San Juan firmly addresses the dire situation in Puerto Rico following Hurricane Maria. Her heartfelt plea for assistance encapsulates the urgent need for federal support, highlighting the disconnect between governmental response and the on-the-ground reality faced by residents.
Mayor Cruz expresses her frustration over the slow recovery efforts, explicitly stating, "WE ARE DYING HERE." This powerful declaration is a direct criticism of the inefficiencies plaguing FEMA and other federal assistance programs, which, according to her, have not adequately provided for Puerto Ricans' basic needs, such as food, drinking water, and medical supplies. She emphasizes that many residents lack basic means of communication, making standard registration processes for aid impractical.
A key point in her address is the distinction she makes between addressing Puerto Rico's debt and the immediate humanitarian crisis. Cruz argues that while long-term recovery is necessary, the priority must be saving lives. "We are in a lifesaving mode here," she insists, stressing the need for a functioning aid system that does not prioritize bureaucracy over human lives.
Cruz also remarks on how logistical failures, especially in delivering supplies and medical aid, contrast sharply with past disaster responses, like those in Louisiana or Haiti. She reiterates that assistance should be delivered efficiently, urging the Trump administration to intervene in a manner that reflects America's values of compassion and solidarity.
This heartfelt conversation opens essential avenues for discussion among the Windows Forum community. How do you feel about the government's response to natural disasters, both domestically and internationally? Have you encountered any similar issues when seeking support during a crisis? Share your thoughts and experiences!