Ray Nagin

"The rise of the Earth's temperature, causing sea level increases that could add up to one foot over the next 30 years, threatens the very existence of New Orleans."

"I don't know whether it's the governor's problem, or it's the president's problem, but somebody needs to get … on a plane and sit down, the two of them, and figure this out right now."

"I think I did everything possible known to any mayor in the country as it relates to saving lives."

"You know, I'm sure I could have done a lot of things much better, but I will tell you this, Tim: I was there."

"It's all right. You guys in New York City can't get a hole in the ground fixed, and it's five years later, so let's be fair."

"Some of these guys are so violent that it is hard for witnesses to come forward, and they get involved in repeat criminal activities, so it is unfortunate that they had to die, but it did kind of end …"

"As we think about rebuilding New Orleans, surely, God is mad at America. He's sending hurricane after hurricane after hurricane, and it's destroying and putting stress on this country. Surely, he's no…"

"Do I worry about it? Somewhat. It's not good for us, but it also keeps the New Orleans brand out there, and it keeps people thinking about our needs and what we need to bring this community back. So i…"