The Politics of Disaster

The Politics of Disaster
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Publisher : Thomas Nelson Inc
Total Pages : 278
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ISBN-10 : UCSC:32106019532297
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Download or read book The Politics of Disaster written by Marvin N. Olasky and published by Thomas Nelson Inc. This book was released on 2006 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines why the government failed those left stranded in New Orleans in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and discusses the importance of churches and the private sector in responding to major disasters.


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