7.4 Billion earmarked for 9/11 first responders

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Originally Posted by jms62

So you make a point using something that everyone will feel strongly in support of. Unfortunately it has nothing whatsoever to do with THE point. Nice attempt at deflection. We are not taking away anything from the first responders. We are spending 7.4 Billion of of which we don't have... Societal Obligations is right. We have an obligation to our children and our childrens children to not let them live in a broke third world country. What's next ??? 5 Billion for families of Alaskan Crab fisherman who lost their lives at sea?

So what is YOUR "the" point? That we are not to spend any money, ever, on anything? That you're a strict social Darwinist? Either? Both? Neither?

Do first responders everywhere - fire, paramedic, police - a big favor. Tattoo across your forehead, "I believe in strict self-responsibility for my choices". Then, when they trip over your half-alive body after an accident or fire, they can just leave you to the responsibility for the result of your choice, and save someone else.

I see plenty of good things to spend our money on, and improving the lives of the people who protect us sure as hell is one.