This Friday marks 25 years since the terrorist attacks that took nearly 3,000 innocent lives and changed our country forever.
For those who lived through that day, the memories remain vivid. We remember where we were when we first heard the news and the shock of watching the events unfold in New York, at the Pentagon, and aboard Flight 93.
We also remember the incredible courage shown in the middle of it all. First responders rushed into buildings as others were trying to escape, knowing the danger they were facing. Many never made it home. In the days that followed, Americans came together to mourn those we lost and stood behind the families whose lives had changed forever.
Twenty-five years later, more and more Americans are growing up without their own memories of September 11. That makes it even more important that we continue to tell the story of that day and make sure those who were lost are never forgotten.
On this anniversary, I hope you’ll join me in remembering them and keeping their families in our prayers.
We will never forget.
