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Senate passes bill to compensate victims of US nuke tests
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Senate passes bill to compensate victims of US nuke tests

The proposal would dramatically expand eligibility for victims if it passes the GOP-led House

Compensation for victims of US nuke tests stripped from NDAA
Washington Politics

Compensation for victims of US nuke tests stripped from NDAA

Sen. Josh Hawley described the decision as a ‘grave injustice.’ An activist called it ‘shockingly immoral’

Hawley, Lujan urge payments for Americans harmed by nuclear tests
Washington Politics

Hawley, Lujan urge payments for Americans harmed by nuclear tests

A bipartisan measure to expand benefits for downwinders already passed the Senate. Now, it needs support from House Republicans.

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Military Industrial Complex

What ‘Oppenheimer’ leaves out

The three-hour-long movie has gripping drama and important history, but it ignores the first victims of the nuclear era.

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Global Crises

'Downwinders' ignored despite radiation fallout from US nuke tests

People in these states were told 'there is no danger' during atomic blasting that occurred from 1945-1962.