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On the recordSeptember 11, 2001
Yesterday, America was wounded. Wounded in our souls. Wounded by an unimaginable evil. Our nation will forever remember this despicable attack on America, on our people, and on the freedom we enjoy as Americans. These horrific events will be forever engrained in the minds of our peace-loving people for many years to come. We must come together in our hearts to bring peace to the families and friends of the lost loved ones. We must open our hearts to those in need. Lifestyles in this nation and around the world may change, but the message must go out to our faceless enemies that we the American people have the resolve to persevere. In the words of Confucius, 'Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but rising every time we fall.' We are a strong and proud people who have faced adversity and enemies greater than the pathetic cowards who attacked us yesterday. Our enemies will not see us falter. The American people and this Congress will stand behind our President. This tragic event will only serve to solidify our principles of freedom and democracy. These terrorists fear our very foundation of freedom and democracy. They will learn that America's belief in freedom and democracy are far more powerful than any acts of terrorism. We will continue to be the greatest nation this planet has ever seen, and our enemies are about to find that out the hard way!
Said by
Frank Mascara
Democratic · Pennsylvania

Editor's note · Context

Addressing the nation in response to the September 11 attacks.

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