And this past week's weather has become something that will need some leadership, as to how the state can help people who have ran into trouble.
But then, there was one problem... Mitch was due to leave for Japan to help market Indiana to Japanese companies to relocate here. He was due to leave today.The, something happened that I know made Jill Long Thompson upset.
The governor’s office announced earlier in the day that the Gov. had cancelled the trade mission to Japan.
The Gov's office said in a statement: "He will return to Indianapolis from Fort Wayne this afternoon and continue to coordinate the state's efforts to respond to severe weather that has impacted much of the state."
Sorry JLT. You cannot pick on Mitch for leaving at a time of crisis... But then, it gets better.
LG Becky Skillman toured the town of Seymour with Mayor Craig Luedeman. They toured Coventry Place, an upscale neighborhood where the streets today looked more like canals.
During the tour, Skillman had an announcement:
The state is planning to set up a one-stop call center where victims of the flooding could call for answers to their questions.
Darn, strike two JLT. Now you cannot say that the state did not react quick enough...
Real leadership. That is what is going on.
Instead of flying around or listening to briefings, you will find the Gov and Becky Skillman on the ground, helping and being involved.
(Crossposted at Indy's Hardball)
1 comment:
Mitch has done an amazing job here in Indiana. While the rest of the country seems to be going up in one big economic fireball of badness, Indiana has been relatively immune, bringing in thousands of new and quality jobs and is one of the few states of the union with a balanced budget.
Mitch would actually be a good VP candidate for McCain, but I want him to stay here in Indiana. The guy is a genius.
If you get a chance, give a shout out to Mark Leyva. The guy needs all the help he can get.
www.markleyva.com
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