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Noah Whiteflag's avatar

Jenna,

Thank you for another excellent essay. Including Hero Tom Burnett’s somber transcript set a lasting & moving tone.

As I read your “Patriot Day” essay, like most people, I remembered where I was & what I was thinking as I heard the news. I distinctly recall being passed on a north bound highway to NYC by what seemed like multiple speeding convoys of black SUVs, presumably filled with federal agents.

I often wonder if we still have a few good men & woman like Tom Burnett who will step into the breach when the inevitable need arises again? I try to be optimistic & hope we do.

We were very fortunate to attend an event this past weekend with thousands (yes, thousands) of college-age students & their families. They were from many different ethnic backgrounds & communities. Judging from the vehicles in the various surrounding parking lots there was an authentic representation from well-worn to well-off participants. Each individual we personally witnessed or had direct contact were kind, courteous & well-mannered. America at its best.

We left for home with more than just ‘optimism’ — we left with ‘confidence.’ We still have the right stuff. America will still have heroes.

As I understand, similar events occur across our country. Apparently The Fourth Estate chooses not to tell these stories of America. It doesn’t fit the narrative of their political agents agenda.

All the more reason “Never Forget means to live a life worthy of those heroes.” America will never recoup what the 911 terrorists cost us. Pray for Mr. Tom Burnett’s grown family. It cost them everything.

Thank you Jenna for sharing all of your considerable talents. Your writing lifts our spirits & never disappoints.

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Jim McCraigh's avatar

A great post... we'll done!

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