No Good Deed Goes Unpunished

From PGR, here's an account of the hurricane and its aftermath from Abdulrahman Zeitoun, a NOLA resident for many years (originally from Syria). Zeitoun stayed in the city to look after his property; eventually, he was arrested on suspicion of terrorism and looting before being released (no word on whether or not he'll go to trial, or whether his bond will be held, etc. etc.). It's a lengthy chronicle, but gripping and worth a look.

Recall, Mr. Zeitoun is living in an era where one ongoing political mantra calls for "personal responsibility." It seems as if he fulfilled his end of the bargain, and even went above and beyond in keeping an eye out for his neighbors' property, pets, and so on. For this he was arrested.