8 chapters across the catalog
Haiti Reconstruction Failures and Wyclef Jean Charity
Reports indicate that Wyclef Jean's Haiti charity has closed after millions in donations allegedly went to his family members. Furthermore, a USAID housing program in Haiti has only delivered a quarter of its planned homes at nearly double the estimated cost. The hosts question the disappearance of billions of dollars intended for post-earthquake reconstruction.
Haiti Recovery Commission, Bill Clinton, Funding Confusion
Michel Martelly demonstrates confusion regarding the name of the Interim Haiti Recovery Commission (IHRC), led by Bill Clinton. The hosts criticize the lack of progress in moving Haitians from tents to permanent housing despite billions in pledged international aid and "text-to-donate" campaigns.
Haiti Reconstruction, Bill Clinton and George Clooney
A Heritage Foundation discussion suggests the U.S. may eventually "give up" on Haiti due to reconstruction failures. The hosts argue that the elite, including Bill Clinton and George Bush, have "stolen" the aid money and are now looking for an exit strategy. They note that Clinton's preferred candidate, Jude Celestine, was excluded from the Haitian election runoff, signaling a loss of influence.
Nearly one year after the earthquake in Haiti, reports show that only 1.6% of U.S. aid money went to Haitian companies, with the rest going to American contractors. Hillary Clinton has expressed "growing frustration" with the Haitian government, which the hosts interpret as a prelude to freezing aid. They characterize the Clintons' management of the relief effort as a classic "economic hitman" scheme.
Bill Clinton and World Bank Funding for Haiti
Bill Clinton discusses the political situation in Haiti, using the word "imbroglio" to describe the election disputes involving President René Préval. The hosts question Clinton's claim that the World Bank released $70 billion to $90 billion for reconstruction projects, noting the figure seems impossibly high for the region. They criticize the focus on holding elections while citizens remain in "tented areas" suffering from cholera.
Red Cross Land Ownership Disputes in Haiti
The Red Cross attributes the slow pace of rebuilding in Haiti to complex land ownership disputes and the inability to secure legal titles for construction. Critics point out that billions in aid have been collected, yet most victims remain in tents nearly a year after the earthquake. The Clinton Bush Haiti Fund is scrutinized for reporting only $52 million in donations despite massive global fundraising efforts.
Haiti Reconstruction Delays, New York Times Coverage
The hosts examine the lack of progress in Haiti's reconstruction following the 2010 earthquake, noting that billions in promised aid have not been released. They criticize New York Times reporter Deborah Sontag for writing lengthy articles that blame local factors while ignoring the role of Bill Clinton and international commissions in withholding funds.
Bill Clinton and George W. Bush visited Haiti to oversee reconstruction efforts following the devastating earthquake. Plans to rebuild the country are estimated at $11.4 billion, with critics suggesting the funds will transform Haiti into a hub for casinos and international banks. A viral video showed Bush wiping his hand on Clinton's shirt after shaking hands with a Haitian local, drawing criticism of the former presidents' sincerity.
