Donald Powell
Donald Powell
Donald Powell Distinguished Service Orderwas an officer in the British Indian Army during World War I and World War II...
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Sean has been a guy who has reached out to me. He seems to have a sense of urgency about this.
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Credit losses are very low now, but mortgage lenders need to be prepared for higher losses,
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I've talked to people in all walks of life, from elected officials ... to the guy who repaired my shoes.
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This new position allows me to continue to serve my country and help the many people who have had their lives turned completely upside down,
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The most important news here is that the viable flood maps are being issued today. I think it's important because it brings certainty to some uncertain issues along the greater New Orleans area.
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Attracting private sector businesses to invest in the Gulf Coast is critical to rebuilding the region and the economy.
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At times, yes, quite frankly, To date the cooperation is extraordinary.
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Banks are part of the community. They understand the needs of consumers, and they deal in good faith, promoting goodwill.
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That's got long-term consequences, so I'll not be bashful to understand some of those issues and come back and say, 'We need to find a better way to do this,'
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This program allows states' leaders -- who are closest to the people -- to decide exactly how this grant money should be spent.
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In short, what we seem to be seeing is a state banking system that is increasing in relative numbers and decreasing in relative size, ... Going forward, there is every indication the relative decline in the assets of state banks will continue.
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I think New Orleans and Louisiana need to be safe,
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I'm convinced that what we're doing here today ? if there is another Katrina that hits New Orleans that we would not see the catastrophic results that we saw during Katrina. There will be some flooding, but it will be manageable type flooding.
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Hopefully that decision will be made sooner rather than later.