On the Ground in Haiti
The U.S. military says the bottleneck slowing aid distribution in Haiti’s capital is easing, with more flights moving through the city’s airport and the seaport expected to reopen later this week. U.S. agencies are moving on all fronts for this “whole of government” effort, with many USGLC members partnering with USAID. Many of these organizations have been on the ground in Haiti since day one, delivering life-saving aid and assistance. Recognizing the need for a long-term sustainable development effort, President Obama wrote in Newsweek that “as the tremors fade and Haiti no longer tops the headlines or leads the evening news, our mission will be to help the people of Haiti to continue on their path to a brighter future.”
