Mistakes, mistrust and misdirection: 25 years after 9/11, its dark legacy continues to unfold
Twenty-five years after the 9/11 attacks, the legacy of the event continues to influence American society and global politics. Personal accounts from survivors highlight the enduring emotional impact of the tragedy.
Why it matters
Reflecting on the long-term consequences of 9/11 provides context for current geopolitical tensions and domestic social shifts in the United States.
‘The initial heroism, goodwill and unity of 9/11 gave way to discord at home and diminished moral authority abroad.’ Illustration: Guardian Design ‘The initial heroism, goodwill and unity of 9/11 gave way to discord at home and diminished moral authority abroad.’ Illustration: Guardian Design September 11 2001 Mistakes, mistrust and misdirection: 25 years after 9/11, its dark legacy continues to unfold The world’s most powerful country responded to the worst terrorist attack in its history by inflicting terror of its own – around the world, and at home
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As clear as that cloudless September morning, Jenna Jacobs McPartland remembers the moment everything changed. “I was cleaning the bathroom and watching the Today show in the background and nine months pregnant,” the 52-year-old recalls by phone. “I think they were showing ‘Today throws a wedding’ when the news broke in.”
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