Blackwater in New Orleans: A Case Study

What was the primary reason for Blackwater's presence in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina?

• To conduct rescue operations

• To provide medical aid to the victims

• To fill the void left by the overwhelmed federal response

• To rebuild infrastructure

What did the former Blackwater contractor find most shocking about the situation in New Orleans?

• The chaos and breakdown of societal norms

• The presence of international aid workers

• The abundance of food and water supplies

• The speed of the recovery efforts

What was the official role of Blackwater in New Orleans as hired by the Department of Homeland Security?

• To rebuild damaged infrastructure

• To conduct search and rescue operations

• To assist local and state authorities in patrolling the streets

• To provide humanitarian aid

What concern did the presence of Blackwater in New Orleans raise?

• The lack of coordination with local police

• The cost of their services

• The effectiveness of their operations

• The challenge to civilian control of the military

What was the reaction of people to Blackwater's presence in New Orleans?

• They were indifferent to their presence

• They were unaware of their presence

• They were alarmed by the presence of a private military force

• They were relieved by the additional security