Link: http://www.nytimes.com/2012/09/09/nyregion/bloomberg-cuomo-dispute-delays-opening-of-sept-11-museum.html?ref=design
I felt since it is September 11, 2012 this would be an appropriate article to use for this assignment. When I saw that money was slowing the opening of a museum that would educate future generations about what this country went through on that day, I was slightly disturbed. It seems that something as important as educating people about the terrorist attacks on 9/11 should be more important than how we can save a dollar or two. Granted, our country already has a large debt, but this is a major part of our history that should be remembered. We have two museums dedicated to the Holocaust, which was a major part of several countries history. The attacks on the Twin Towers and the Pentagon are a major part of our history, why would we not build a museum to make sure no one ever forgets the pain it brought?
This article discusses the feud over which government agency should pay for the construction of the 9/11 Museum. Both Mr. Bloomberg and Mr. Cuomo hoped that the approaching 11 year anniversary would create pressure for a last minute deal, so far no deal has been reached. Ira M. Millstein says "they really ought to sit down in a room and look at each other. It can't be solved with emails." If no solution is reached it would be a tragedy not only to the American culture, but also a horrible let down to those who lost their family members on that tragic day.
I would definitely like to learn more about this particular issue. I think that a museum that honored the fallen heroes and victims of the 9/11 attacks is exactly what this country needs. Not only would it help educate our future generations on a major part of American history, it would also provide a small piece of closure to those who lost their loved ones, knowing that no one will ever forget the tragic day of September 11, 2001.
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