What 9/11 did to us
Among other things, the 9/11 attacks injected a highly concentrated dose of xenophobia into US politics.
The article "What 9/11 did to us" from Free Malaysia Today reflects on the profound impact that the September 11, 2001 attacks had on the United States and its people. The author recounts the moment they learned of the attacks and the emotional response it triggered, including a family gathering to ensure the safety of a brother working in New York.
The author highlights how the shock and disbelief of that day led to a reevaluation of core American values, particularly regarding human rights and the rule of law, which had previously been a defining aspect of American identity. The author notes that the country's response, including the invasions of Iraq and Afghanistan and the establishment of detention facilities like Guantanamo Bay, raised questions about the necessity of torture and whether it represented a betrayal of the nation's moral principles.
The piece underscores the lasting psychological and philosophical impact of 9/11 on American society, emphasizing how the event reshaped the nation's approach to security, justice, and its role in the world.
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- What 9/11 did to us freemalaysiatoday.com
