9/11, 25 Years Later: Hillary Clinton
Summary
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton discusses her new Atlantic article on the government’s concealment of toxic air after 9/11, reflecting on the EPA’s failures and the need for transparency. She also addresses the moral complexities of pre-9/11 counterterrorism efforts and the expansion of executive power following the attacks. Clinton responds to internal Democratic criticisms regarding her record on Israel and the economy, advocating for a unified party agenda focused on accountability and healthcare for 9/11 victims.
Topics discussed
Sponsor: ARKtober architecture and design festival
Introduction of Hillary Clinton and her Atlantic article
The 2002 Senate hearing on air quality at Ground Zero
EPA deception and balancing economic recovery with health risks
Pre-9/11 intelligence failures and the Clinton administration's response
Expanding presidential power and the tension between security and liberty
Democratic party factions and the record on Israel-Palestine
Accountability for Israel and the 9/11 health crisis
Closing remarks and WNYC sponsorship
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