![]() We will keep our sacred obligation to care for our service members and veterans who served in Afghanistan over the last 20 years, as well as their families, caregivers, and survivors. We also remember the patriotism and valor of our service members who pursued our attackers, delivered justice to Osama bin Laden, and degraded al-Qa’ida. Today and every day, we draw hope from the strength and selflessness of those who stepped up to serve their fellow man and our Nation on that tragic day. First responders, emergency workers, and civilians ran to where the devastation was the greatest, where death came in an instant but where there were survivors to be found a determined group of heroes onboard United Flight 93 sacrificed their lives to save the lives of others - in every case, Americans faced the unimaginable with resolve and courage. ![]() My mother used to say that “courage lies in every heart, and one day it will be summoned.” It was summoned and shown by those who responded to the events on 9/11. Their courage embodies the American spirit and resilience, and their heroism continues to inspire new generations of Americans. We honor the first responders - firefighters, law enforcement officers, emergency workers, and service members - who answered the call of duty, and the brave civilians who rushed into action to save lives that day. On Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance, we honor every life that was taken too soon. Each year, we renew our solemn vow to never forget what happened on September 11, 2001, or those who lost their lives. Each year on this somber date, we remember the horror and bravery shown that day, just as we remember how we came together, united in grief and in purpose. These attacks tore a hole in the heart of our Nation, and the pain of this tragedy still remains. The cowardly terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and onboard United Flight 93 cut short the lives of 2,977 innocent people. ![]() Twenty years ago, the United States endured one of the most unconscionable tragedies in our country’s history. Get Involved Show submenu for “Get Involved””.The White House Show submenu for “The White House””.Office of the United States Trade Representative.Office of Science and Technology Policy.Executive Offices Show submenu for “Executive Offices””.Administration Show submenu for “Administration””.
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