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The omission of funding for the World Trade Center Health Program in a recent stopgap spending bill has angered 9/11 first responders and their unions. The bill, intended to avoid a government shutdown, failed to extend funding beyond 2027, despite prior expectations of full funding through 2040. Union representatives expressed outrage at the lack of long-term commitment to care for the thousands suffering from 9/11-related illnesses, emphasizing the ongoing need for treatment and financial security. While some lawmakers have pledged to reinstate the funding, the exclusion underscores a failure to fulfill promises made to these individuals.
Senate Democrats are furious with the departures of Senators Sinema and Manchin, openly expressing their disdain with terms like “pathetic” and “traitors.” The sheer level of anger is palpable, fueled by a sense of betrayal and the perceived damage inflicted on the party’s agenda.
The frustration stems from a feeling that these senators consistently thwarted progressive legislation, effectively acting as roadblocks to key Democratic initiatives. Their actions are seen as having handed victories to the opposing party, allowing Republicans to maintain control or influence over crucial issues.
The anger is amplified by the perception that Sinema and Manchin’s actions were driven by self-interest or external influence, rather than a genuine commitment to representing their constituents or upholding Democratic values.… Continue reading
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