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The Daily Show: Ears Edition

9/11 First Responders React to 2010 Zadroga Bill Filibuster

Sep 11, 2023
Jon Stewart discusses the legislative setback in providing healthcare for 9/11 responders. Kenny Specht, Chris Bowman, Ken George, and John Devlin share their frustration and insights on the issue. They discuss the lack of support, misconceptions about their coverage, challenges they faced on 9/11, and missed political opportunity.
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  • The Zadroga Bill, aimed at providing compensation and medical benefits to 9/11 first responders, is being held up in Congress due to political disagreements, leaving these responders struggling and their urgent needs unaddressed.
  • While Senate Republicans filibuster the Zadroga Bill, tax cuts are passed for the wealthy, highlighting the imbalance of priorities in America's legislative agenda.

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