“The best way to move Cairo forward is through a coordinated effort between federal, state and local officials focused on finding every possible way to help,” Duckworth said. “The hardworking people of Cairo deserve better than broken promises, and I look forward to working with Mayor Simpson to help find solutions that rebuild the local community, generate economic growth and hold accountable those responsible for helping to create this preventable crisis. We must do everything we can to restore hope, pride and prosperity to this historic city.”