The horrible tragedy of the earthquake and its aftermath in Haiti really puts life in perspective, and reminds me to appreciate all that we as Americans take for granted: clean water, building codes, political and governmental stability. Wanting to help alleviate people's suffering crosses political or ideological lines; it's human nature. This article by Donna Trussell from Politics Daily was helpful in negotiating the options for donating. Charity Navigator, discussed in the article, is a powerful tool.
