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On the recordSeptember 11, 2013
Today is 9/11. We've all talked about it. When I think about 9/11 I mostly think about--I think about the victims, obviously, but the first responders who were also victims-- firemen and policemen in New York City and that area who rushed into harm's way and lost their lives trying to protect others. We appreciate it and thank those heroic fire people and police people. But sometimes I don't think we keep them in our minds like we should. They're public employees, they're middle class Americans. They're having a tough time, and we need to always appreciate the sacrifices they make to people that keep our liberty here in this country and keep us safe from crime and from horrific circumstances. I thank the first responders. I appreciate what they did on 9/11 and what they do every day. ____________________
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Steve Cohen
Democratic · Tennessee

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