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THE SEPTEMBER 11 TERRORIST ATTACKS
On September 11, 2001, the United
States experienced violence on a scale not seen on its shores since the Civil War. The
terrorist attacks against the World Trade Center and the Pentagon left many people looking
for ways to regain control of their lives and cope with their feelings of horror, loss,
disbelief, fear, and anger.
In the aftermath of September 11, many Americans displayed extreme acts of heroism and
kindness. Unfortunately, there were also some that lashed out verbally and physically
against Arab Americans, Muslims, and Sikhs. While many people feel the need to express
their anger about the atrocities that occurred, it is important that they take the time
to think about the messages that they are sending. It is imperative that people deal
positively with their emotions; otherwise they will continue to perpetuate the vicious
cycle of prejudice and discrimination.
"If today, after the horror of 11
September, we see better, and we see further - we will realize that humanity
is indivisible."
SOURCE: U.N. Secretary Kofi Annan: Following the September 11 terrorist attacks
If you are looking for ways to prevent and resolve racial and ethnic tensions and incidents
in your school or community, visit the U.S. Department of Justice's Community Relations
Service at: http://www.usdoj.gov/crs/index.html
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