Political Quotes

On the recordJune 28, 2010
They are now being punished by the toxins they were exposed to for their noble efforts.
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Kirsten Gillibrand
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Gillibrand highlights the health consequences faced by 9/11 responders.

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