9/11 – Patriot Day Message

Twenty-three years ago, the United States came under attack; at home by foreign terrorists.  The World Trade Center and the Pentagon were hit with commercial aircraft and the World Trade Center Towers fell down. In the skies, 40 Heros prevented Flight 93 from destroying the U.S. Capitol.  These brave men and women knew that they had to do something to prevent another tragedy.  

The 40 Heros on Flight 93 represent our best and our bravest and who we all are as a country – Strong, Resilient, Courageous, Unified, and Fearless. I hope that today, Patriot Day, you will join me in reflecting on your personal story of 9/11, on those in your life and community who exhibit the Hero qualities; how 9/11 changed us – individually and as a country – fundamentally, and how we must never forget, always remember.