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9/11 Victim Compensation Fund should be funded permanently
The nation pledged never to forget 9/11, but some memories seem to have gotten a bit hazy, especially when it comes to money….
Health Care for 9/11 Victims Is Expensive, But Islamophobia Is Free
Comedian and former Daily Show host Jon Stewart testified before a House Judiciary subcommittee on Tuesday.
Queens Street Renamed For 9/11 Hero FDNY Chief Ronald Spadafora
A ceremony was held Friday to rename an intersection in Queens for a longtime fire chief who led rescue and recovery efforts at Ground Zero.
The 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Must Be Made Permanent—It’s the Least We Can Do
On May 14, Candidus Henry died from glioblastoma, a rare brain cancer.
Why Jon Stewart Fights for Those Sick and Dying From 9/11-Related Illnesses
In a recent congressional hearing, Jon Stewart displayed passionate conviction for the men and women sickened by exposure to Ground Zero toxins. His testimony has resonated around the country.
Local 9/11 first responders are counting on Congress to continue the Victim’s Assistance Fund
While congress considers additional funding for 9/11 Victim’s Assistance fund, Hoosiers are watching closely.
For Son Whose Mom Was Post-9/11 Casualty, Victims Fund Paid Tuition
When Paul DiGiacomo, vice president of the Detective’s Endowment Association, lobbies for renewal of the 9/11 Victims Compensation Fund, he has a painful well of first-hand experience to draw from.
Carolyn Maloney’s jacket stands out during the 9/11 victims fund fight. That’s the point.
Former “Daily Show” host Jon Stewart made headlines Tuesday for his impassioned plea for Congress to pass a bill that would extend funding for 9/11 victims and their families.
Why Jon Stewart fights for the 9/11 heroes
In a recent congressional hearing, Jon Stewart displayed passionate conviction for the men and women sickened by exposure to Ground Zero toxins.
Now it’s the Senate’s duty to move fast for hurting 9/11 heroes
Tuesday’s dramatic (and embarrassing, to the no-show members) testimony plainly did the trick: The House Judiciary Committee this week unanimously passed the bill to extend the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund through 2090.