Angry 9/11 responders: President Obama offers sympathy, but no support
NY Daily News
Angry Sept. 11 responders say President Obama has offered sympathy but no support for their appeal to champion their cause in Congress.A group of 9/11 widows and rescue workers recently wrote Obama, asking his help to pass a bill that would fund care for ailing responders over the next 30 years.
Obama wrote back Tuesday, the Daily News has learned, saying he understands their plight and values their heroism.
“The individuals suffering health ailments from Sept. 11 and its aftermath deserve proper medical attention,” the President wrote. “You served selflessly, and your concerns are of great importance to our country. I remain committed to supporting the heroes of Sept. 11.”
But he left out whether he’d get behind the bill.