Michael Brown testifies before Congress

This video originally aired on Tuesday, September 27, 2005.

About This Video

Former FEMA Director Michael Brown testifies at a House Select Bipartisan Cmte. hearing on preparations for Hurricane Katrina.

Discussion Questions

  1. What does Rep. Shays believe the role of FEMA should have been prior to hurricane Katrina?
  2. What resources does Michael Brown say FEMA lacked?
  3. How does Mr. Brown describe working with the Governor of Louisiana and the Mayor of New Orleans?
  4. How did FEMA work with White House?
  5. Do you agree or disagree with what Rep. Shays says about the role of a coordinator?
  6. What do you believe FEMA’s responsibility is prior to natural disasters?

Keywords

Committees, FEMA, Hurricane Katrina, LEGISLATIVE, Natural Disaster, Science, U.S. House of Representatives

Related Subjects/Topics

  • U.S. House of Representatives
  • Checks and Balances
  • Congressional Committees
  • Federalism
  • Presidential Cabinet

Speakers

  • Michael Brown
  • Rep. Chris Shays (R-CT)