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Harding memo reveals city’s early knowledge of toxic fumes after 9/11

A long-sought memo from October 2001 released Thursday reveals that city officials feared 9/11 first responders and survivors returned to lower Manhattan too soon after the terror attacks, weren’t being provided with proper protective equipment and could suffer due to the toxic exposure.

Juan González on Lasting Impact of 9/11 Toxic Exposure

As New York City leaders issue new calls for the release of files detailing the extent of this pollution, we revisit the reporting of Democracy Now! co-host Juan González, the author of “Fallout: The Environmental Consequences of the World Trade Center Collapse.”

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Press Releases

911 Health Watch Obtains Harding Memo, Disproving Law Department’s Claim that it Does Not Exist

At a press conference today, 911 Health Watch joined by Council Member Gale A. Brewer announced it has finally obtained the “Harding Memo” originally cited by The New York Times on May 14, 2007.

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Blog

Scammers target Sept. 11th Victim Compensation Fund

Consumers are reporting a new imposter scam — this time the callers are pretending to be with the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund (VCF).

Understanding Bankruptcy Exemptions Covering September 11th Victim Compensation Fund Payments

Some injured and ill 9/11 responders and survivors, who have experienced personal bankruptcy are now finally receiving compensation for the 9/11 injuries under the federal legislation.

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Videos

VCF presentation at Mt Sinai Clinic October 16th, 2018

https://www.facebook.com/MountSinaiWTC/videos/312761166120922/

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