18 years ago today, our nation was changed forever.
Thousands of lives were stolen from us in New York, Pennsylvania, and the Pentagon, as well as those who perished in the years since because of 9/11-related illness. Today, we offer them our solemn remembrance and heartfelt respect.
Today, we also remember our nation’s resilience in the face of this horrific event.
Just as every generation has tragedy, every generation has heroes.
In that moment of immeasurable pain and darkness, there was also light that came from the first responders, the helpers, and all of those who stood strong together in the face of evil.
Those who committed these acts of terror sought to divide us and to instill hatred and fear. Our hope in the face of that darkness means they failed.
We stood together, arm in arm, lifting up our friends and neighbors and showing the world the strength and shared purpose of the American people.
Today and every day, we honor the memory of those we lost in this terrible tragedy by working to build a stronger, more hopeful future together.
United we stand,
Michael |
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