I think you said that the government should "pay the bill".
its obvious that these citizens could not be held responsible for what caused the buildings to fall.
our governments actions or its policies with other nations is what causes an act of war against the United States.
something that the United States did in the past is what caused this attack , there must be a reason.
but it couldnt be that these civilians did anything to make them attack the United States.
so , YES.
the federal government should pay the bill.
not the states or cities or building owners.
what if all of our politicians treated all other nations in a way that makes them want to attack us.
are we as citizens responsible for our politicians actions?
as I said governments have insurance policies that cover damages incured while an employee is at work.
even if the damages are due to the employee and it is a civilian that is injured.
wouldnt politicians be considered employees and wouldnt there policies be considered work.
