"The 9/11 Memorial and Museum rests upon one of the most hallowed grounds of this city and country, and serves not only to honor the legacy of those killed on that day of infamy 24 years ago this Thursday, but to educate future generations on the date's significance. This memorial and museum is apolitical, and has been from its inception."
"And while the 9/11 Memorial and Museum displays various artifacts and relics, it is also a resting place for the remains of more than 1,000 people who died in the attacks, still unidentified nearly a quarter-century after their murder. Here, victims' families who never got the closure of a proper funeral for their loved ones have a place to remember and grieve."
"More than $750 million has been raised in recent years, and the museum has welcomed more than 90 million visitors and counting since its opening. The 9/11 Memorial and Museum always needs financial support from New Yorkers, but it does not need federal intervention. With reports that the Trump administration is considering imposing federal control over the 9/11 Memorial and Museum citing alleged concerns over executive compensation and admission costs both the institution and Gov. Kathy Hochul pushed back."
The 9/11 Memorial and Museum occupies hallowed ground and honors victims of the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks while educating future generations. The institution remains apolitical and reflects national unity, pride, and resolve after the World Trade Center and Pentagon attacks. The museum displays artifacts and also holds the remains of more than 1,000 people who remain unidentified nearly 25 years later, providing families a place to remember and grieve. Philanthropy and New Yorkers have funded the museum, raising over $750 million and attracting more than 90 million visitors. The museum seeks local support and rejects proposed federal takeover due to concerns about bureaucracy and politicization.
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