Too bad I couldn't polish one of my favorite couplets ...
I got the job that I hold now because of rancid hackeryIn the meantime, I've been working on something to commemorate our Fearless Leader:
Something something something something William Makepeace Thackery
"...And I never used the big, big C."You get the idea. Enough foolishness. These are serious days, yet I haven't the time for a serious post. But before leaving, I did want to ask some advice:
What never?
"No, never."
What, NEVER?
"Well...hardly ever!"
So give three toots or maybe eight for the hearty captain of our ship of state...
Does anyone know of a secular charity aiding Bush's victims in New Orleans?
I've donated to the Red Cross, but I felt guilty in doing so. Although I know they always do wonderful work, that organization is operating, in the current crisis, alongside the Southern Baptist church. Sorry if my feelings offend. But in my view, the Southern Baptists are a large part of the problem -- what with so many of being being part of the Bush Borg -- and I don't want to give them any more of my money.
Must we work through churches if we wish to aid our fellow human beings?
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The Red Cross is not the sterling organization it makes itself out to be.
Cronyism is rife in the chapters, there's no accountability over where the money goes (and instant retribution for any R.C. employee who inquires), and there are reported links of the R.C. leadership to Bush and the Republicans, including (most recently) an evolving R.C. account of why it wasn't in N.O.'s sooner, which is increasingly kind to Our Great Leader.
As for charities -- Joseph, did you know that the the U.S. government website directed the general public to 3 primary charities, sand one of those 3 was Pat Robertson's? This is the same charity that collected money for Africa, but used the proceeds to transport mining equipment to Zaire, for Robertson's company. And we haven't even mentioned the amounts Pat no doubt skims off the top for personal and administrative expenses.
After an outcry, I believe the Robertson charity was removed from its prominent position, but still left in place alphabetically.
This is indeed faith-based charity -- contribute your money, and hope that maybe some of it actually gets there.
Speaking of Southern Baptists:
there is an interesting anecdote in Molly Ivins book 'BUSHWHACKED" in which an unidentified member of the Texas legislature tells her
" ... you know what's wrong with our Southern Baptists? we don't hold them undewater long enough."
Habitat for Humanity is responding to Hurricane Katrina victims by helping the poor communities rebuild their homes. You can find out about it here: http://www.habitat.org/disaster/2005/katrina/
Best Friends is the largest animal sanctuary in the US. Though they are located southern Utah, don't be put off by their geography. I have volunteered there, and it was easily one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. These folks are hard-working visionaries, and have worked for decades to improve the lives of abandoned and abused animals. They immediately moblized after the hurricane and are accepting donations for the crews in LA.
http://www.bestfriends.org/
Kim in PA
http://www.charitywatch.org/hottopics/hurricane_katrina.html
This link is to the American Institute of Philanthropy with a list of recommended charities for hurricane Katrina. Some of them are non-religious.
http://www.charitywatch.org/hottopics/
hurricane_katrina.html
Sorry, the link did not post properly so I broke it up onto two lines.
http://michaelmoore.com/words/message/index.php?messageDate=2005-09-07
The Camp Casey group and Veterans for peace have set up a camp in Covington, LA. Michael Moore suggests mailing supplies or making PayPal donations to them.
I AGREE. I NEVER MET A "CHRISTIAN" I LIKED OR TRUSTED. THEY ARE A HUGE PART OF THE PROBLEM. THEY ARE BUSH'S BASE.
For those of you who are looking for non-religious option for helping, here is a link to a site that lists grassroots, community based and culturally sensitive non-profits who are committed to helping the people most affected by this disaster:
http://www.sparkplugfoundation.org/katrinarelief.html
Here is a secular organization soliciting contributions for Katrina Victims:
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I think America's Second Harvest is another good choice. People I trust who are very critical of the Red Cross are big supporters, and now I am too.
And Habitat just announced a new fund for New Orleans headed by "po' little Harry Conick", as Dr. John called him.
http://www.secondharvest.org/
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