NYFD First Responders Are Priceless

The heart attack death of laid-off firefighter Derek Floyd suggests city leaders need to recall what NYC owes its heroes.

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In a city famous for lionizing its heroic first responders, the recent death of laid-off firefighter Derek Floyd has stoked great anger.

“Firefighter, 36, Dies of Heart Attack After Being Laid Off During NYC Budget Cuts,” reported Daniel Johnson for Black…