Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/president-obama-isaac Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter ‘Enormous Strength’ in Isaac-Hit Areas, President Obama Says World Sep 4, 2012 1:03 PM EDT On Monday, President Obama surveyed the damage after Hurricane Isaac swept through Louisiana and Mississippi. In a press conference in St. John the Baptist Parish just outside of New Orleans, Obama praised federal agencies for their quick response and their management of the disaster. The president also emphasized the need for early detection and preparation for these kinds of severe storms. He said that while the region is still in recovery mode, its residents are resilient and the area will be rebuilt. “There is enormous faith here, enormous strength here.” We're not going anywhere. Stand up for truly independent, trusted news that you can count on! Donate now
On Monday, President Obama surveyed the damage after Hurricane Isaac swept through Louisiana and Mississippi. In a press conference in St. John the Baptist Parish just outside of New Orleans, Obama praised federal agencies for their quick response and their management of the disaster. The president also emphasized the need for early detection and preparation for these kinds of severe storms. He said that while the region is still in recovery mode, its residents are resilient and the area will be rebuilt. “There is enormous faith here, enormous strength here.” We're not going anywhere. Stand up for truly independent, trusted news that you can count on! Donate now