Right now, Pennsylvanians might be facing more pressing concerns than the midterm elections. Even so, it’s worth comparing how the candidates in District 8 are reacting to the flood. Incumbent Mike Fitzpatrick (R) has put out a statement listing the ways he tried to prevent flooding in his first term. His legislative efforts may be commendable, but they aren’t doing much for the people currently fleeing Bucks County. Challenger Patrick Murphy (D), an Iraq war veteran, took a more practical approach: he’s organizing volunteers to provide supplies and shelter to evacuees. Murphy’s community service group, MurphyCorps, already does at least one service project a month. Past ventures include hosting a blood drive and building a YMCA playground. Clever campaign strategy? Maybe, but the evacuees MurphyCorps volunteers offer housing probably won’t care.