I have no doubt that the government of this great nation will work with its people to lead New Orleans and the Gulf Coast back to an enlightened, proud, safe part of the world.

Thirty percent of the Nation's energy comes off the gulf coast.

Well, my dad was the district attorney of New Orleans for about 30 years.

I'm from the gulf coast of Louisiana.

The devastation of New Orleans and the Gulf Coast region has made it necessary for the Hornets to move to a temporary location for the upcoming season. But it was important to the Hornets and the NBA that we maintain a presence in Louisiana in anticipation of a return to New Orleans next season.

My great-grandchildren will not be able to enjoy the Gulf Coast of Louisiana the way I have.