Scott Statement on the 15th Anniversary of the 9/11 Terrorist Attacks
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03) issued the following statement on the 15th anniversary of the September 11th, 2001 terrorist attacks:
“Fifteen years ago on September 11, 2001, the United States endured four coordinated terrorist attacks that forever changed our nation and the world. In the immediate aftermath of these attacks, Americans did not cower in fear, but stood united.
“On this solemn anniversary, we honor and remember the nearly 3,000 people of all colors and creeds who perished in these attacks. We honor and remember the courageous and selfless efforts of the passengers of United 93 that prevented even more bloodshed. We pay tribute to the heroism of the first responders who ran into the World Trade Center and the Pentagon to try to save as many lives as possible. And we honor the many Americans who enlisted in our Armed Forces to defend our nation and prevent future terrorist attacks, as well as the sacrifices of their families.
“September 11th has defined a generation of Americans and has proven that the American spirit will never be extinguished.”
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