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President Bush: "We're Not Going To Forget You In Washington D.C."

President Bush: "All of us associated with the federal government ... are here to make sure that the resources at our disposal are deployed to help you."  "Really, it's important for me to come out here and see firsthand the situation.  And there's no question a lot of people are suffering.  And there's no question there's been terrible losses.  I also am out here to make sure these firefighters behind me and the first responders know how much I appreciate and how much the country appreciates their courage and bravery." (President George W. Bush, Statement On California Wildfires, Escondido, CA, 10/25/07) 

·         "I did issue an emergency declaration which allows federal agencies across the government to help state and local authorities."  "It empowers FEMA to provide vital supplies as well as to pay emergency grants to help pay for the cost of firefighting, evacuation shelters, and traffic control." 

·         "I signed a second declaration to help California's recovery and rebuilding efforts."  "The major disaster declaration authorizes the release of federal funds for debris removal and long-term assistance to individuals and business owners.  People affected by the fires can now apply for assistance for temporary housing and home repair and low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses."  

·        "I've come to make sure that the federal government provides the help for people here at the local level."  "Firefighters are on the scene and on the front lines.  The police have helped maintain order.  Emergency medical teams have treated the sick.  And our National Guard personnel is providing very important assistance."  

·         "The military has got assets that we can help you with."  "Our Department of Agriculture and Interior have provided elite firefighters and equipment.  As I mentioned, the Department of Defense is in this to help you through NORTHCOM."