Opinions Post: 9/11

  This Sunday we remember the travesty that was the September 11^th attack on America. While Americans remember this attack they should also remember the attacks of March 11^th, 2005 in Madrid and July 7^th, 2005 in London. An enemy that hates Western Civilization and would do anything to destroy it and cause fear perpetrated these three attacks and many others. My point for this blog is simple: the West and the World has an enemy. Islamic extremists have shown the length they are willing to go to make us give up and give in. Our response to such viciousness should be nothing less than unyielding determination against their cause.

  America is not the only nation to have experienced loss at the hands of terrorists. That needs bearing in mind. So often we in America are tempted to be turned so fully on our own needs and our own views of the world. Since 9/11 and countless other attacks in the last decade, we share a common pain with many other nations around the world that have also suffered serious loss. This should unite us. 

  Now please note I am directing my words against terrorists. I understand there are moderate Muslims that decry the acts of Islamic extremists as much as I do. As history shows us time and time again, nothing is gained by targeting civilians who have nothing to do with the attacks. That includes everything from military attacks in other nations to dirty looks at Arab Americans. Let us not confuse our target.

  To remember and not act is worst than laziness; it is shameful. It dishonors the memory of those who were brutally murdered. The job of government is to promote justice and peace. Let’s not allow fear, unwillingness, or cowardice prevent us from that. America should care. The West should care. And we will never forget.

Tyler Holmes
Proverbs 14:15