THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 11, 2026 Page 3 Remembering September 11 S eptember 11, 2001, remains one of the darkest and most painful days in modern history. On that morning, the United States was struck by a coordinated terrorist attack that claimed thousands of innocent lives and left an enduring wound on the world’s conscience. The World Trade Center in New York became a symbol of both the terrible consequences of hatred and the extraordinary courage of ordinary people. The attacks were not simply an assault on buildings. They were an assault on human life, security, and the belief that people should be able to live without fear. Among those who died were offi ce workers, fi refi ghters, police offi cers, emergency responders, passengers, and people from many diff erent countries and backgrounds. Each person had a family, friends, hopes, and a future that was suddenly taken away. Yet, amid the devastation, September 11 also revealed remarkable acts of courage and compassion. Firefi ghters and police offi cers entered the burning towers while others fl ed to safety. Emergency workers continued their eff orts despite overwhelming danger. Strangers helped one another through streets fi lled with confusion and grief. These acts remind us that even during moments of profound darkness, humanity can respond with courage, solidarity, and compassion. The passage of time must never turn tragedy into a mere historical statistic. The lives lost on September 11 deserve to be remembered individually and collectively. Their memory should encourage us to reject hatred and violence and to value the dignity of every human life. Remembering September 11 does not mean remaining trapped in grief. It means learning from the past. It means understanding the devastating consequences of extremism and refusing to allow fear and hatred to defi ne our future. Twenty-fi ve years later, the images of that day remain diffi cult to forget. But perhaps the most meaningful tribute is not only to remember how many lives were lost, but also to remember the courage of those who tried to save others. September 11 should forever stand as a solemn reminder of our shared vulnerability—and of our shared responsibility to choose compassion, peace, and humanity over hatred. “WE’RE STILL HERE!” Since 1947 MALDEN AUTO BODY Book online: Maldenauto.com 49 Robin St., Everett, MA 617-389-3030 * Maldenab@yahoo.com Over 79 years of exceptional service! Massone Family Owned & Operated SABATINO/MASTROCOLA INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM
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