The Legacy of Andrew

I recall that when 1992's devastating Hurricane Andrew threw the Miami area back into the 19th Century, inadequate response by the Federal Government helped doom George H. W. Bush's candidacy for re-election. I wonder if Charley might do the same this year? If I were Kerry, I'd hustle myself down there right now while planes are still flying. People like first-responders, after all.

In retrospect, this year's stakes might even be higher. With Jeb Bush in the Statehouse and George W. Bush in the White House, there would be no excuse for an inadequate Federal response. Which means they'll likely bend Heaven and Earth to get it right. You would think.....