Never forget
Tomorrow we will mark the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Looking back, it’s almost impossible to imagine the devastation of that day, and the effects that reverberate to this day. I remember the shocking images of planes colliding into the World Trade Center and stunned survivors emerging from the buildings. At the same time, I recall the concern and pride I felt seeing brave first responders rush into the burning towers to save anyone they could. The courage they displayed was humbling and inspiring. And then the towers collapsed. The stories of bravery of the airline passengers on Flight 93 became legends. We all tragically learned some of their last words were “Let’s roll!” as they gamely attempted to take control of the doomed plane. …