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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Des Moines, IA, June 13, 2008 -- Iowa Senators Tom Harkin (left) and Charles Grassley (right) describe some of their constituents' hardships from recent storms with FEMA Region VII Director Dick Hainje and FEMA Administrator David Paulison. They were part of a contingent of politicians and emergency workers who flew over several flooded Iowa cities to see the extent of this disaster firsthand . Photo by Greg Henshall / FEMA

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Atlanta, GA, June 6, 2007 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison speaks to staff during an all-hands meeting at the FEMA Region 4 office. Mr. Paulison took to the opportunity to visit the regional office during his trip to Atlanta. Mark Wolfe/FEMA

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Atlanta, GA, June 6, 2007 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison meets with senior staff during a visit to the FEMA Region 4 office. Mr. Paulison was in town to tape hurricane preparedness segments at CNN and the Weather Channel. Mark Wolfe/FEMA

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Atlanta, GA, June 6, 2007 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison (arms crossed) takes a tour of the Regional Response Coordination Center (RRCC) during a visit to the FEMA Region 4 office. Mr. Paulison, in town for a variety of reasons, took the opportunity to visit with regional staff. Mark Wolfe/FEMA

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Washington, DC, June 21, 2007 -- Department of Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff asks a question during a video teleconference with FEMA Administrator David Paulison. They heard reports from FEMA Regions I, II, IV and VI on state of Hurricane readiness. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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Washington, DC, June 21, 2007 -- Department of Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff attends a video teleconference with FEMA Administrator David Paulison and Deputy Administrator Harvey Johnson. They received reports from FEMA Regions I, II, IV and VI on state of their Hurricane readiness. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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Washington, DC, August 30, 2007 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison speaks with Eddie Chambers after the "all hands" meeting. Mr. Chambers was asking Mr. Paulison about the CORE, or contract employees, conversions to permanent full time employees. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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Washington, DC, October 9, 2007 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison is surrounded by exhibitors and FEMA co-workers in front of a fire truck from Mt. Weather. The truck is visiting FEMA headquarters to kick off Fire Prevention week. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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Washington, DC, November 8, 2007 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison shakes the hand of the Administrator for Disaster Assistance Carlos J. Castillo at the start of the Combined Federal Campaign at FEMA headquarters. Mr. Castillo is serving as FEMA's 2007 CFC Chairman. The CFC is the annual fund raising drive that enables federal employees to donate to local, national and international charities of their choice. This year's theme, like last year's, is "Be a Star in Someone's Life." FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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Washington, DC, January 22, 2008 -- Department of Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff (at podium) and FEMA Administrator David Paulison (fg right) roll out the National Response Framework (NRF) at the National Press Club. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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Washington, DC, January 22, 2008 -- Department of Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff (at podium) and FEMA Administrator David Paulison (fg right) roll out the National Response Framework (NRF) at the National Press Club. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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Arlington, VA, February 1, 2008 -- Secretary Chertoff (l) announces over 3 billion dollars in 14 federal grant programs whose collective purpose is to strengthen prevention, protection, response and recovery capabilities at all levels of government. With him is FEMA Administrator David Paulison(r). FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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Arlington, VA, February 1, 2008 -- Secretary Chertoff (left) listens as FEMA Administrator David Paulison (podijm)speaks about FEMA's part of the over 3 billion dollars of federal money for 14 federal grant programs whose collective purpose is to strengthen prevention, protection, response and recovery capabilities at all levels of government. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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Arlington, VA, February 1, 2008 -- Secretary Chertoff (left of podium) listens as FEMA Administrator David Paulison speaks about FEMA's part of the over 3 billion dollars of federal money for 14 federal grant programs whose collective purpose is to strengthen prevention, protection, response and recovery capabilities at all levels of government. To left is Capt. Donald Grant US Coast Guard and PSA Administrator Kip Hawley. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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Arlington, VA, February 1, 2008 -- Secretary Chertoff (at podium) announces over 3 billion dollars in federal grants for 14 federal programs whose collective purpose is to strengthen prevention, protection, response and recovery capabilities at all levels of government. With him is FEMA Administrator David Paulison ( far r) and to left is Capt. Donald Grant US Coast Guard and PSA Administrator Kip Hawley. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Memphis, TN, 02/07/2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison, left and Tennessee Governor Phil Bredesen talk to reporters in the Pinnacle hanger at the Memphis airport. Paulison was there to tour the damage from the recent tornado. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Memphis, TN, 02/07/2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison, left and Tennessee Governor Phil Bredesen talk to reporters in the Pinnacle hanger at the Memphis airport. Paulison was there to tour the damage from the recent tornado. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Lafayette, TN, February 8, 2008 -- President George Bush tours areas impacted by the recent slew of tornadoes. He is joined by FEMA Administrator David Paulison (behind) and other state and local officials. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Lafayette, TN, February 8, 2008 -- President George Bush asks questions as he looks over maps of the areas impacted by the recent tornadoes, to his right is FEMA Administrator David Paulison. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Lafayette, TN, February 8, 2008 -- President George Bush greets electrical workers in areas impacted by the recent tornados. He is joined by FEMA Administrator David Paulison and other state and local officials. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Lafayette, TN, February 8, 2008 -- President George Bush tours areas struck by the recent tornadoes that came trough the southern states. He is joined by FEMA Administrator David Paulison and other state and local officials. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Lafayette, TN, February 8, 2008 -- President George Bush tours areas impacted by the recent slew of tornadoes. He is joined by FEMA Administrator David Paulison and other state and local officials. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

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Mount Weather, Virginia, March 21, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison, during a visit to the FEMA Operations Center (FOC) located at Mount Weather Emergency Operations Center (MWEOC). Karen Nutini/FEMA.

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[Severe Storms and Flooding] Cape Girardeau, MO, March 27, 2008 - FEMA Administrator David Paulison and Lieutenant Governor, Pete Kinder take questions from the media at a press conference following a tour of Missouri flooding. Andrea Booher/FEMA

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[Severe Storms and Flooding] Cape Girardeau, MO, March 27, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison and Lieutenant Governor Kinder field questions from the media following a press conference and tour of Missouri flooding. Andrea Booher/FEMA

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] LIttle Rock, AR, March 31, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison, center, responds to reporters at a press conference with Arkansas Governor Mike Beebe, right, and Senator Pryor, left at the Arkansas State House. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] LIttle Rock, AR, March 31, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison, left, speaks at a press conference with Arkansas Governor Mike Beebe, second from right, and David Maxwell, far right, Director of Arkansas Department of Emergency Management at the State House. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

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Washington, DC, April 3, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison speaks at a Senate Committee on Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs hearing titled: The New FEMA: Is the Agency Better Prepared for a Catastrophe Now Than It Was in 2005? FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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Washington, DC, April 3, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison speaks with Senator Lieberman and Senator Collins before a hearing titled: The New FEMA: Is the Agency Better Prepared for a Catastrophe Now Than It Was in 2005? FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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Washington, DC, April 3, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison looks at an IGO chart that illustrates an assessment of FEMA's ability to respond to a catastrophic (Katrina scale) emergency at a Senate Committee on Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs hearing titled: The New FEMA: Is the Agency Better Prepared for a Catastrophe Now Than It Was in 2005? FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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Washington, DC, April 3, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison speaks at a Senate hearing titled: The New FEMA: Is the Agency Better Prepared for a Catastrophe Now Than It Was in 2005? FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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Winchester, VA, April 8, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison and other officials at a ribbon cutting ceremony to dedicate the new FEMA Disaster Operations Center. R - FEMA Administrator R. David Paulison, C - GSA Chief of Staff, John F. Phelps, FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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Winchester, VA, April 8, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison welcomes visitors to a ribbon cutting ceremony at the new FEMA facility that will house the agency's Disaster Operations Center. The structure is the first commercial building in Frederick County that has been certified "green" by the U.S. Green Building Council. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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Winchester, VA, April 8, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison at the podium during a ribbon cutting ceremony at a new FEMA facility that will house the agency's Disaster Operations Center. The structure is the first commercial building in Frederick County that has been certified "green" by the U.S. Green Building Council. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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Winchester, VA, April 8, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison pays respect to the colors as presented by the City of Fairfax Fire Department Honor Guard. The opening ceremony preceded the ribbon cutting to dedicate the new FEMA Disaster Operations Center. Karen Nutini/FEMA

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Winchester, VA, April 8, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison at the podium during a ribbon cutting ceremony at a new FEMA facility that will house the agency's Disaster Operations Center. The structure is the first commercial building in Frederick County that has been certified "green" by the U.S. Green Building Council. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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Winchester, VA, April 8, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison leads a group of officials at a ribbon cutting ceremony and dedicaton at a new FEMA facility that will house the agency's Disaster Operations Center. The structure is the first commercial building in Frederick County that has been certified "green" by the U.S. Green Building Council. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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Winchester, VA, April 8, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison leads a ribbon cutting ceremony to dedicate the new FEMA Disaster Operations Center. GSA Chief of Staff, John F. Phelps (left); Administrator Paulison; Edward J. Sussi, Executive VP, The Cowperwood Co.; from the FEMA Facilities Management Division, Thomas R. McQuillan. Karen Nutini/FEMA

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Seneca, Missouri, May 13, 2008 -- Betty Geary of Seneca explains her situation, that the May 10 tornado destroyed her uninsured home, garage and farm buildings. DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff and FEMA Administrator David Paulison meet with Mrs. Geary after touring the devastated area by air from Picher, Oklahoma, and hard-hit areas including Granby and Newtonia, Missouri. Michael Raphael/FEMA

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Seneca, Missouri, May 13, 2008 -- DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff (c) speaks at a press conference at the Seneca farm of Betty Geary, who lost her home and other buildings to the May 10 tornado. FEMA Administrator David Paulison(r) took an aerial and walking tour of damaged areas that stretch from Picher, Oklahoma, to Purdy, Missouri. Michael Raphael/FEMA

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Seneca, Missouri, May 13, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison (center) describes what he saw during the aerial and walking tours with DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff (r) at a press conference at Betty Geary's farm in Seneca. They toured the area from Picher, Oklahoma, to Granby and Newtonia, Missouri. Michael Raphael/FEMA

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Seneca, Missouri, May 13, 2008 -- DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff and FEMA Administrator David Paulison talk with Betty Geary of Seneca about her experiences with the May 10 tornado. They are shown the wreckage of her home and other buildings on the widow's farm just west of highway 43 south of Joplin. Michael Raphael/FEMA

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Washington, DC, May 20, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator Paulison at the podium during a press conference at FEMA headquarters. FEMA is hosting their First Hurricane Awareness Day at FEMA headquarters to highlight the federal government's preparations for the 2008 Hurricane Season. On the dais; L-R, Mr. James. J. Madon, Director and Deputy Manager of the National Communications System in the Department of Homeland Security, Major General Guy C. Swan III, Chief of Operations for Headquarters, U.S. Northern Command, Ms. Mary S. Elcano, Acting President and CEO, American Red Cross, Admiral Thad W. Allen, Commandant, U.S.Coast Guard, FEMA Administrator David Paulison (at podium), DHS Secretary, Michae

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Washington, DC, May 20, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator Paulison at the podium during a press conference at FEMA headquarters. FEMA is hosting their First Hurricane Awareness Day at FEMA headquarters to highlight the federal government's preparations for the 2008 Hurricane Season. On the dais;, Ms. Mary S. Elcano, Acting President and CEO, American Red Cross, Admiral Thad W. Allen, Commandant, U.S.Coast Guard, FEMA Administrator David Paulison (at podium), DHS Secretary, Michael Chertoff, Mr. Paul McHale, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Homeland Defense, Dr. Gerald Parker, Principal Deputy Assistance Secretary for Preparedness and Response, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. FEMA

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Davie, Fl, June 1, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison demonstrates his family's personal hurricane preparedness items for the media at his home. Hurricane season began June 1. FEMA Photo / Photo by Louie Fernandez.

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Davie, Fl, June 1, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison demonstrates his family's personal hurricane preparedness items for the media at his home. Hurricane season began June 1. FEMA Photo / Photo by Louie Fernandez.

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Davie, Fl, June 1, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison demonstrates his family's personal hurricane preparedness items for the media at his home. Hurricane season began June 1. FEMA Photo / Photo by Louie Fernandez.

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Davie, Fl, June 1, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison demonstrates his family's personal hurricane preparedness items for the media at his home. Hurricane season began June 1. FEMA Photo / Photo by Louie Fernandez.

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Cedar Rapids, IA, June 13, 2008 -- At a press conference held just outside flooded Cedar Rapids, FEMA Administrator David Paulison stressed his agency's determination to help Iowans who have suffered from recent storms across the state. Senators Tom Harkin (far left) and Charles Grassley (far right) were among the dignitaries who expressed concern for their constituents, and support for the agences which are helping them. Photo by Greg Henshall / FEMA

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Cedar Rapids, IA, June 13, 2008 -- Iowa Governor Chet Culver led off a press conference addressing the problems of flooding in his state, particularly in Cedar Rapids, which is twenty feet above flood stage. FEMA Administrator David Paulison and Iowa Senators Charles Grassley and Tom Harkin also spoke of the need to help Iowans recover. Photo by Greg Henshall / FEMA

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Washington, DC, June 18, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison and staff at FEMA Headquarters holding a media teleconference. They were providing an update on efforts to help residents who've been affected by the Midwest floods. Administrator Paulison (left fg), David Garratt, Deputy Assistant Administrator, Disaster Assistance Directorate (left center), Debbie Wing (right rear) FEMA Public Information Officer, Bob Powers (right front), Deputy Assistant Administrator, Disaster Operations Directorate. Bill Koplitz/FEMA

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Washington, DC, June 18, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison at FEMA Headquarters holding a media teleconference, he was providing an update on efforts to help residents who've been affected by the Midwest floods. Bill Koplitz/FEMA

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Washington, DC, June 18, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison at FEMA Headquarters holding a media teleconference, he was providing an update on efforts to help residents who've been affected by the Midwest floods. Bill Koplitz/FEMA

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Washington, DC, June 18, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison (standing) at FEMA Headquarters as he prepares for a media teleconference in the Administrator's conference room with David Garratt, Deputy Assistant Administrator, Disaster Assistance Directorate (r). They were providing an update on efforts to help residents who've been affected by the Midwest floods. Bill Koplitz/FEMA

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Washington, DC, June 19, 2008 -- DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff and FEMA Administrator David Paulison are briefed on the National Flood Insurance Program at FEMA headquarters. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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Washington, DC, June 19, 2008 -- DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff and FEMA Administrator David Paulison are briefed on the National Flood Insurance Program at FEMA headquarters. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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[Wild Fire] Big Sur, CA, July 2, 2008 -- Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger joined FEMA Administrator David Paulison at the Basin Complex Fires Incident Command Post in Big Sur to discuss cooperation and federal support for the ongoing firefighting efforts and to address the challenges that lie ahead, especially as numerous California communities hit by wildfires begin the recovery process.

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[Hurricane Gustav] Washington, DC, August 30, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison at a FEMA Headquarters press conference where he introduced some of the Federal partners who are working on the Hurricane Gustav response. Gustav threatens the Gulf Coast States and residents were urged to pay attention to the movement of the storm which is heading toward Louisiana. With Mr. Paulison are: Sandy K. Baruah, Acting Administrator, U.S. Small Business Administration and Rear Admiral W. Craig Vanderwagen, Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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[Hurricane Gustav] Washington, DC, August 30, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison at a FEMA headquarters press conference where he introduced Federal and volunteer partners. Hurricane Gustav was likely to grow and threatens all Gulf Coast residents. He urged residents to pay attention to the storm which is likely to hit Louisiana. With Mr. Paulison are: Brian Montgomery, Assistant Secretary & Federal Housing Commissioner, U.S. Housing and Urban Development, Joe Becker, Senior Vice President of Disaster Services, American Red Cross, (Mr. Paulison at podium) Sandy K. Baruah, Acting Administrator, U.S. Small Business Administration, Rear Admiral W. Craig Vanderwagen, Assistant Secreta

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[Hurricane Gustav] Washington, DC, August 31, 2008 -- President George W. Bush joins FEMA Administrator David Paulison and FEMA Deputy Administrator Harvey Johnson and other FEMA staff for a Video Teleconference with Federal Partners, FEMA Regions and the states which will possibly be affected by Hurricane Gustav at FEMA headquarters. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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[Hurricane Gustav] Washington, DC, August 31, 2008 -- President George W. Bush joins FEMA Administrator David Paulison and FEMA Deputy Administrator Harvey Johnson and other FEMA staff for a Video Teleconference with Federal Partners, FEMA regions and the states which will possibly be affected by Hurricane Gustav at FEMA headquarters. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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[Hurricane Gustav] Washington, DC, September 2, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison is at the podium during the afternoon press conference at FEMA headquarters. With him on stage are: (left yellow tie) Dirk Kempthorne, Secretary, Department of the Interior, (other side of Mr. Paulison) Diana Roth-Smith, Executive Director, National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters, (red shirt) Joseph Becker, Senior Vice-President of Disaster Services, American Red Cross. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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[Hurricane Gustav] Washington, DC, September 2, 2008 -- Dirk Kempthorne, Secretary, Department of the Interior is at the podium during the afternoon press conference at FEMA headquarters. With him on stage are: (left), FEMA Administrator David Paulison (other side of Mr. Kempthorne) RADM Sally Brice-O'Hara, Deputy Commandant for Operations, USCG, Diana Roth-Smith, Executive Director, National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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[Hurricane Ike] Washington, DC, September 12, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison is at the microphone at a press conference with DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff standing behind him. Mr. Paulison was reporting on the State and Federal preparations for Hurricane Ike as it closed in on the Texas Gulf Coast. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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[Hurricane Ike] Washington, DC, September 12, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison is at the microphone at a press conference with DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff standing behind him and to the right Rear Admiral Brian Salerno of the U.S. Coast Guard. Mr. Paulison was reporting on the State and Federal preparations for Hurricane Ike as it closed in on the Texas Gulf Coast. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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[Hurricane Ike] Washington, DC, September 12, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison is at the microphone at a press conference with DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff standing behind him. Mr. Paulison was reporting on the State and Federal preparations for Hurricane Ike as it closed in on the Texas Gulf Coast. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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[Hurricane Ike] Washington, DC, September 12, 2008 -- Kevin Kolevar, an assistant secretary from the Department of Energy reports on the preparations that oil industry has taken in anticipation of Hurricane Ike coming ashore on the Texas Gulf Coast. l to r - Joe Becker, senior vice president of disaster services for the American Red Cross, FEMA Administrator David Paulison, (Mr. Kolevar), DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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[Hurricane Ike] Washington, DC, September 12, 2008 -- l-r Kevin Kolevar, an assistant secretary from the Department of Energy, FEMA Administrator David Paulison and Joe Becker, senior vice president of disaster services for the American Red Cross listen at the Friday FEMA press briefing. Hurricane Ike was closing in on the Texas Gulf Coast. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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Washington, D. C. , October 22, 2008 -- FEMA Deputy Administrator Johnson moves to the podium at an awards meeting in Washington. Behind him, sitting, is FEMA Administrator David Paulison. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Beaumont, Texas, November 6,2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison holds a press conference at the Beaumont AFO to discuss the current FEMA policy on providing temporary housing to residents who lost their homes in the aftermath of Hurricane Ike. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

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Washington, D. C. , Jan. 9, 2009 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison looks up from his computer while watching the activity on FEMA's Twitter site, www. twitter. com/femainfocus from his office. Paulison will participate in an open forum Q and A on the social media tool January 12, 2009. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Jackson, TN, February 7, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison and Secretary of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff, along with state and local officials, address the media after touring tornado damage on the campus of Union University. Paul Luke/FEMA

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