7 years since 9-11

[MadtownPacker]

Can't believe it has gone by so fast. I remember driving in my car and hearing it on the radio. First thing I thought was that I should go home in case WW3 was popping off. I bet is even fresher in the minds of the families of those who died. I guess no matter what happens the world still keeps turning.

[Harlan Huckleby]

[digitaldean]

This is one of the days we as Americans MUST NEVER forget.

We need to remember
- those firefighters/first responders that died to help others
- those innocents trapped in the planes and the buildings they hit
- those who fought back and kept one plane from hitting the Capitol or White House
- the cheers New Yorkers were giving the firefighters and police as they drove back to help with the recovery
- the sense of pullng together this nation had (albeit for a very brief time)
- the senselessness and savagery performed by idiotic butchers

It is not a happy day by any stretch, but if we ignore or forget it we devalue those who have perished.

[Kiwon]

Spot on, digitaldean.

September 11, 2001 is one day that we can never ALLOW ourselves to forget. It and our reaction to it is a defining event/moment for this generation of Americans.

[GrnBay007]

It really doesn't seem like 7 years ago.

GOD BLESS AMERICA!!

[Harlan Huckleby]

I think our view towards 911 should be the same view Russia takes towards Chernobyl: it was a disaster, a failure, a lesson learned.

I don't think it is an event that particularly inspires pride. Flag waving over this disaster is mastabatory. Although there were certainly individual acts of bravery and heroism.

We should never forget it, in the sense that it was a great lesson. But I think we should focus on the positive things that America has done, and can do. Not obsess on this failure, this wound.

I would prefer that 911 fade into the background somewhat. It shouldn't be a defining moment. I'd rather see us define ourselves in a more positive way. I'm proud that the U.S. hasn't abandoned Iraq, is seeing that project through. I will be proud if the U.S. deals with Global Warming and the Energy problem in some proactive way.

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[Kiwon]

I think our view towards 911 should be the same view Russia takes towards Chernobyl: it was a disaster, a failure, a lesson learned.

I don't think it is an event that particularly inspires pride. Flag waving over this disaster is mastabatory. Although there were certainly individual acts of bravery and heroism.

We should never forget it, in the sense that it was a great lesson. But I think we should focus on the positive things that America has done, and can do. Not obsess on this failure, this wound.

I would prefer that 911 fade into the background somewhat. It shouldn't be a defining moment. I'd rather see us define ourselves in a more positive way. I'm proud that the U.S. hasn't abandoned Iraq, is seeing that project through. I will be proud if the U.S. deals with Global Warming and the Energy problem in some proactive way.

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What a stupid statement. The most intelligent part was the last three words.

HH is now an expert on Russian sociology.

911, Chernobyl, disaster, a failure, a lesson, flag waving, masturbation?

What's in your bloodstream at 4 am?

Next time, lower your carbon footprint and don't say anything.

[Harlan Huckleby]

and you think THAT was intelligent?! thoughtful people have respect for different world views.

your vision for America is fearful, reactive, jingoistic, hunkered-down, dark.

I'd rather see us as innovative, positive, engaged, optimistic. Mindful of the nutjobs in the world, but not driven by them.

[Scott Campbell]

I think you two are saying pretty much the same thing, only differently. Kiwon is saying never forget. Harlan is saying learn your lesson. It's the same message. Only the insults are different - each entertaining in their own way.

Carry on.

[Kiwon]

and you think THAT was intelligent?! thoughtful people have respect for different world views.

your vision for America is fearful, reactive, jingoistic, hunkered-down, dark.

I'd rather see us as innovative, positive, engaged, optimistic. Mindful of the nutjobs in the world, but not driven by them.

Your blood alcohol level hasn't changed in 30 minutes.

"World view?"

You stated an incoherent opinion and I ridiculed it.

Why in your "world view" isn't there room for patriotism along with an "innovative, positive, engaged, optimistic" populace?

[MJZiggy]

Why is it mandatory to ridicule an incoherent opinion? Wouldn't it have sufficed to simply correct it?

[Kiwon]

I think you two are saying pretty much the same thing, only differently. Kiwon is saying never forget. Harlan is saying learn your lesson. It's the same message. Only the insults are different - each entertaining in their own way.

Carry on.

That was beautiful, Scott, very Rodney Kingesque.

I'm ready for an Obama/Palin ticket now.

[Kiwon]

Why is it mandatory to ridicule an incoherent opinion. Wouldn't it have sufficed to simply correct it?

PLEAZZZE..............

The way Russians see Chernobyl?

Patriotic flag waving citizens being compared to perverts masturbating?

Give me a break.

[Scott Campbell]

Why is it mandatory to ridicule an incoherent opinion?

Woody's back? Where?

[Kiwon]

I think our view towards 911 should be the same view Russia takes towards Chernobyl: it was a disaster, a failure, a lesson learned.

I don't think it is an event that particularly inspires pride. Flag waving over this disaster is mastabatory. Although there were certainly individual acts of bravery and heroism.

We should never forget it, in the sense that it was a great lesson. But I think we should focus on the positive things that America has done, and can do. Not obsess on this failure, this wound.

I would prefer that 911 fade into the background somewhat. It shouldn't be a defining moment. I'd rather see us define ourselves in a more positive way. I'm proud that the U.S. hasn't abandoned Iraq, is seeing that project through. I will be proud if the U.S. deals with Global Warming and the Energy problem in some proactive way.

blah blah blah

(After being chastised by MJZ I have been shamed into trying again)

That was an interesting and creative post, Harlan.

However, I would have to respectfully disagree with your colorful analysis.

Best wishes and love always,

Kiwon