Spoiler: It's a trick question

So if you're the governor of a state, say Ohio, and your state is pounded by tornadoes, causing many deaths and millions of dollars of destruction, what's the compassionate thing to do for the citizens who count on you?

Here's what Ohio Governor John Kasich chose to do:

Ohio Gov. John Kasich said thanks but no thanks to immediate federal disaster relief Saturday, even as governors in Indiana and Kentucky welcomed the help.

Kasich did not rule out asking for assistance later, but his decision means tornado-ravaged towns in Ohio will not get federal aid now and are not eligible at this time for potentially millions of dollars in payments and loans.

The governor said Ohio can respond to the crisis without federal help and he would not ask federal authorities to declare the region a disaster area.  Link

Because standing on ridiculous conservative austerity principles is more important than helping your own citizens when they really need you.

The Republican version of America:  YOU'RE ON YOUR OWN!