Remembering 9/11 (Rep. Nita M. Lowey)

Six years after the worst tragedy in our nation’s history, the pain that we all feel is still fresh. We remember the victims of this senseless attack — the parents, siblings, spouses, children, friends, neighbors, and co-workers who lost their lives on September 11th for no reason other than an ideology of hatred directed at our country, at our values, and at our way of life.

We hold a special place in our heart for the men, women, and children that died that day. The victims’ friends and families are in our thoughts and prayers that they may find comfort by focusing on the blessings of the lives of the victims rather than on the tragedy of their deaths.

In Congress and in the Administration, it is our solemn duty to honor those who died on September 11th by implementing the policies — both at home and abroad — that will protect our citizens and our country and help others to avoid the devastation that results from losing a loved one.