In claiming that the Gulf oil spill is "Obama's Katrina," media figures and outlets have falsely suggested that the federal government has been unresponsive to Louisiana's request for a permit to create sand barriers -- or "berms" -- around the coast. But, as required by law, the Army Corps of Engineers has been studying the plan's impacts and reportedly responded with concerns that it could push oil into Mississippi; and, numerous experts have questioned whether the plan would even be effective.
Media falsely suggest gov't is unresponsive to LA barrier planRove falsely claimed LA officials have "yet to hear back" about barrier permit. In his May 27
Wall Street Journal column, Karl Rove said the Obama administration has "delayed or blown off key decisions requested by state and local governments" and falsely claimed Louisiana has "yet to hear back" from the Army Corps about its plan to create barriers. Later in the column, Rove wrote: "Could this be Mr. Obama's Katrina? It could be even worse." From the
column:
Now the administration is intent on making it appear he has engaged all along. But this stance is undermined by lack of action. Where has its plan been? And why has the White House been so slow with decisions?
Take the containment strategy of barrier berms. These temporary sand islands block the flow of oil into fragile wetlands and marshes. Berm construction requires approval from the Corps of Engineers and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Louisiana officials asked permission on May 11. They have yet to hear back. The feds are conducting a review as oil washes ashore.
more
Printer-friendly format
Email this thread to a friend
Bookmark this thread
(1000+ posts)
Send PM |
Profile |
Ignore
