[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 129 (Thursday, September 23, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1738]
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                            REMEMBERING 9/11

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                         HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 23, 2010

  Mr. RANGEL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to support House Resolution 
1610 commemorating the tragic loss of lives on September 11, 2001. I 
commend Representative Hoyer and Representative Boehner for taking the 
initiative on this important bill and I wholeheartedly join in 
embracing the sentiments contained therein.
  The morning of September 11, 2001, is indelibly imprinted in the 
hearts and minds of all Americans. Nine years later, our country is 
still mourning the 2752 innocent lives lost.
  In the midst of the horrific attacks on American soil, we also 
witnessed boundless bravery, selfless sacrifice and heartfelt humanity. 
On September 11 we saw everyday Americans become heroes--ordinary men 
and women who, under exceptional circumstances, acted extraordinarily. 
We remember the pedestrians on streets near the Trade Center Towers 
offering their assistance at extreme peril. We remember the passengers 
and crew aboard United Airlines Flight 93, saving the lives of 
countless others at the expense of their own. We remember the acts of 
support from our allies at home and abroad.
  In the aftermath of 9/11, we remain resolute in our commitment to 
defeating al-Qaeda and the Taliban. Our Armed Forces abroad are at the 
ready to defend us from further terrorist attacks. Let us be clear--we 
are not fighting against Islam; we are fighting against extremists who 
threaten to destroy our lives and freedoms.
  We have not and we will not surrender to fear, violence and extremist 
acts. We have stood up for and will continue to stand up for our 
American values of liberty, justice and tolerance.

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