Politics of Disaster
From earthquakes to tornados, elected officials'' responses to natural disasters can leave an indelible mark on their political careers. In the midst of the 1992 primary season, Hurricane Andrew overwhelmed South Florida, requiring local, state, and federal emergency responses. The work of many politicians in the storm''s immediate aftermath led to a curious "incumbency advantage" in the general e...
From earthquakes to tornados, elected officials'' responses to natural disasters can leave an indelible mark on their political careers. In the midst of the 1992 primary season, Hurricane Andrew overwhelmed South Florida, requiring local, state, and federal emergency responses. The work of many politicians in the storm''s immediate aftermath led to a curious "incumbency advantage" in the general e...
