FEMA and Lake Charles

You stood in line, you called the number, and some of you received $2,000 in expedited assistance from FEMA. Now, you might just find yourself giving the cash back.  (more) 

New Orleans

Blackwater down in New Orleans :  "We're on contract with the Department of Homeland Security."  "This is a trend. You're going to see a lot more guys like us in these situations." 

Who's in Charge Of Rebuilding New Orleans? : Awash in Commissions, City Waits for Someone to Take Lead

Gulf Coast

Firms in Gulf Coast Allege Nonpayment :  Two months after the government began allotting billions for hurricane relief, subcontractors say they are not being paid.

And Florida Stop Looking So Smug

A good comic from Snake Oil  for 11/2/2005