UNITED States of America

I believe that Americans from the West Coast should step in to assist the citizens of the East Coast. No matter if the damage is great of minor, there will be damage and assistance will be necessary to try to prevent it. How can we call this country the United States of America if we are not truly united in times of great need? We have all seen the news reports of the devastating destruction caused by natural disasters such as hurricanes, and I’m sure that if we could have done something to lessen the pain and suffering created by the damage, we would have. Americans from the West Coast have that choice not. We have the opportunity to do something to help our fellow citizens of the United States. Any type of assistance, whether is be large or small, is appreciated by those affected by this hurricane on its way. Creating a hurricane-proof structure to cover all of the possible targets of Irene is impossible, but small step can be taken. sandbags to prevent flooding could be sent to the East. Things such as supplies to survive in the state of an emergency could be useful in this situation along with providing evacuees with a place to stay. I’m sure that if a serious condition such as this were to come our way, we would want all the help we can get. If we don’t step up now, how can we expect help when we need it most? We can’t. We need to live up to the name of our country: the United Sates of America.