Joanne Barbara, the widow of a Fire Department of New York (FDNY) chief who tragically lost his life in the 9/11 attacks, has publicly criticized President Joe Biden for his casual reference to the solemn day.
She also expressed her indignation over the government's proposed plea deal for the terrorists implicated in the attacks.
According to The New York Post, Barbara made these remarks during a ceremony held in honor of her late husband, Gerard A. Barbara. She took issue with Biden's recent comment to a reporter about his plans to "do 9/11," which she deemed dismissive. "The elected officials here today show their respect and reverence to the families on Sept. 11, or in our presidents words do 9/11, quite a flippant remark," Barbara stated.
She further reminded those present that the families of the 2,977 victims of the 2001 terror attack live with their grief daily. "Please remember that the 9/11 families live it every day," she implored.
Barbara also voiced her disapproval of the near-miss plea deal for the alleged 9/11 mastermind and his two accomplices, a deal she described as "outrageous." This contentious agreement, reached earlier this summer, incited a significant public backlash, leading to its revocation by Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin on August 2nd.
Barbara questioned the potential outcome had the families of the 9/11 victims not voiced their objections. "If not for the 9/11 families, who knows what would have transpired?" she pondered.
She concluded her remarks by calling for justice and accountability for the families affected by the attacks, a sentiment that was met with applause and cheers from the crowd. "It has been 23 years and the families deserve justice and accountability," she declared.
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