A TV news reporter described people’s responses to the suffering of those caught in Super Storm Sandy: “It shows how we are neighbors to each other.” Ambulances from Indiana pulling into Atlantic City. Texas, Indiana, even Canada sending power-workers to restore electricity. Shelters accepting pets, which are of great comfort to frightened children. Neighbors helping each other search for some little object to keep the past alive while sharing the heartache of destroyed homes. Near-strangers dividing up their quickly dwindling supplies to help each other get through the day or night. Even news trucks letting people use their power supply to charge their cell phones so loved ones can be in touch and reassured. All this in addition to the organizations and churches sending members to help wherever they can.
It does show people being neighbors to each other. It shows humanity at its best.