Wake of 9/11 1
The Wake of 9/11
Are We Where We Should Be?
University of Maryland University College
Wake of 9/11 2
America suffered, what was initially thought, a devastating blow on September 11th, 2001. Something that only happened in other countries, to other people, had happened right here at home. We had been attacked; innocent lives were lost. Our economy slowed; people were in shock and disbelief. However, once it was clearly understood what had happened our nation jumped immediately into action to protect its people and its borders. This gave American society a newfound feeling of pride; pride in their country, military, and fellow Americans. Our country had taken their fear and pain and turned it into to something useful. But was this feeling here to stay? With the exception of those directly impacted by the events of 9/11, what impact has this event really left of the face of society as a whole? Have our attitudes changed, has our economy suffered? How......
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