America’s 9/11 memory fades as a generation never alive for the attacks ages

Marking a quarter-century since the 9/11 attacks, the commentary highlights that more than 100 million Americans were not yet born when the coordinated strikes killed roughly 3,000 people. It recounts personal stories such as FDNY chaplain Fr. Mychal Judge’s final moments and the heroic actions of Flight 93 passengers who prevented a further catastrophe.

The narrative underscores how the attacks failed to demoralize the nation, citing spontaneous bipartisan singing on the Capitol steps. It also condemns revisionist views that claim the United States “deserved” the attacks, echoing NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch’s call for moral clarity. Ultimately, the piece argues that preserving these memories is essential for maintaining unity and defending American values.