Jon Stewart’s Quiet War for First Responders | Global News

Jon Stewart, once known for his satirical comedy, has become a fierce advocate for first responders and their families—driven not by a plan, but by a deep sense of duty. After 9/11, he amplified his voice, testified before Congress to protect the Victim Compensation Fund, and fought to close a dangerous loophole in the PACT Act that denied veterans critical medical care. Now, he’s back on the front lines, hosting the First Responders Children’s Foundation’s Roll Call of Heroes in Times Square to honor National First Responders Day—and connect with the heroes and their kids. The foundation’s CEO, Jillian Crane, calls him the ideal champion, especially for those affected by 9/11-related illnesses. Stewart believes society fails when it forgets those who step up in chaos—and he’s determined to keep reminding us: if we can’t care for those who care for us, something’s deeply wrong.

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