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Some of the comments on this page may be disturbing to some readers. In the spirit of free speech and a desire to allow people to express their sorrow, their anger, and their hope, the comments will remain posted. The editors of ATPM do not necessarily agree with many of the comments, but they would like to provide a forum where readers may share their thoughts, their ideas, and their viewpoints with others.

The attackers have killed thousands of people. As a people, we will not allow them to steal our civil liberties or our fundamental rights of free speech and personal expression.

The editors of ATPM would like to express our heartfelt sorrow to the families of the victims of Tuesday's terrorist attack.

Mike Fitz-Gerald · April 17, 2001 - 12:39 EST #1

How can I purchase the digital rights to use the World Trade Center photo above. We are interested in using it as part of the cover on our company brochures.

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 11:24 EST #2

Now this great building no longer stands.

The American Citizen · September 11, 2001 - 12:21 EST #3

"For our great nation shall mourn on this day of dread. But be assured you who are responsible will pay dearly for our loss."

Johnny Felder Jr. · September 11, 2001 - 12:23 EST #4

America Repent! The worst is yet to come!!!

Horrified · September 11, 2001 - 12:24 EST #5

... but the american tragedy already started with the George W. Bush administration. The most powerful nation on earth is not allowed to avoid its responsibilty for no efforts for the solution of Near East problem exodus at the Durban conference.

A · September 11, 2001 - 12:25 EST #6

You are absolutely CRAZY attacking a powerful country with so many resources as America. Absolsute stupidity. I hope you get what's coming to you.

Bush · September 11, 2001 - 12:30 EST #7

State of the nations address: America will be bombed!!!

Arun Antony · September 11, 2001 - 12:31 EST #8

The day of utter tragedy. The country which solves the problems is faced by a major hurdle. But the country as such and the men will take care of things getting settled down fast. Let's pray to God for minimal casualities and an immediate end to this breakout.

Tracy Spencer · September 11, 2001 - 12:33 EST #9

President Bush, hunt down the trash and destroy them, show them no mercy, because they do not understand what peace is and they never will...they are trash.

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 12:33 EST #10

The world is going crazy ... enough death of innocent people!

Beverly · September 11, 2001 - 12:44 EST #11

This kind of destruction is unbelievable. My prayers are with the families and friends of the victims. I hope that there is NOT more to come. May we call upon God's strength to help us through this time.

US Tourist · September 11, 2001 - 12:50 EST #12

As bad as it may sound, I'm sure U.S. retaliation is on the drawing boards this very minute. Start evacuating those poor Arab women and children. The Arab men can stay - they can't wait to die anyway.

Aaron Williams · September 11, 2001 - 13:00 EST #13

September 11, 2001 is a day that will live in infamy. Let's see what Bush is made of. Come on man, BOMB AFGHANISTAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 13:02 EST #14

What's up Bush? What are you about?

Jeff · September 11, 2001 - 13:13 EST #15

This is a sad day in history. May God be with the families and victims of this tragity. Someone must be held accountable for this event.

Eric · September 11, 2001 - 13:27 EST #16

President Bush needs to capture all of those involved or even may have been involved, i.e. Yassar Arafat, Osama Ben Ladin, the Palestinian cabinet ministers ... all these people ... and worry about the guilty parties later, we need a quick response.

MLP · September 11, 2001 - 13:27 EST #17

The American symbol of success, of survival, has only returned to the precious dust from which it came. The tragic torture of the innocent will serve to bring the American people together. Stronger and more united, we are prepared to deal with the unwanted, unaccepted trash of the world. You know who you are and you feel the need to display the dirt dripping from from the insides of your rotting soul. Are you free, now that you have used your fellow man, that you have murdered your fellow man so as to inflict pain on the innocent? Are you free now, as you walk the land with a smile, mistakenly thinking you are clever, you are successful. You will burn in hell, as what you have temporarily interrupted triumphs brighter as your soul melts without mercy.

Paul Labine · September 11, 2001 - 13:30 EST #18

This is a modern day Pearl Harbour!! I can't beleive that this has happened! Where was the FBI/CIA/NSA during all this? I think there will be great retribution against anybody and everybody who might even remotely be responsible. I wouldn't want to be a Muslim in the United States for the next while.

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 13:36 EST #19

Does anyone live in NY?

Pazu · September 11, 2001 - 13:39 EST #20

I mourn the victims of this tragic display of human aggression. May the people responsible for this pay in this life, or if politics does not will it, may their souls forever rot in a place not even as good as hell. I think even Satan himself would turn these fools away. Let us pray for the victims, for that is all most of us can do.

Crystal · September 11, 2001 - 13:59 EST #21

America it is not time to have war. Instead, we need to come together as one and pray. Repent people the world is coming to an end. This is my prayer for the world, "Lord, open our blind eyes for we see not what is coming. But Lord as long as we know we are in your hands we are save. Lord bless us to have a little more faith in you. For you are the King of Kings Lord of Lords for without you we are nothing. Lord, bless this nation bring us out of trouble."

Red Duck · September 11, 2001 - 14:14 EST #22

Twin towers are gone, lives are gone, but the hope remains and the victory if the justice over the evil is ensured!!

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 14:26 EST #23

Om Shanti. Violence begets violence. Pray for our world.

Lisa (Florida) · September 11, 2001 - 14:32 EST #24

What are we waiting for? Another attack? Let's go get the bastards that admitted to this (Afganistains). Then if it turns out they didn't do it, apologize, and move on to the next set of bastards. Time is wasting and we need to bomb these &$#@*.

NYC Girl · September 11, 2001 - 15:08 EST #25

Yes..I live in New York City....I saw the skyline...seeing this symbol of New York burning in a cloud of smoke. This is truly a tragedy...

American · September 11, 2001 - 15:23 EST #26

This day will also live in infamy...we thought Oklahoma City was the absolute worst, but today some animals outdid themselves. Think of the people on the planes. You know that they were tormented before they crashed. These animals like to torment before they destroy. It will be a long time before we know just how many people gave their lives in the name of HATE...God rest their souls...our Country's martyrs. It has to stop or we will all be destroyed...

Liam (England) · September 11, 2001 - 15:29 EST #27

This is a terrible thing and who ever is responsible will pay for the innocent lives they have took.

WAKE UP!! · September 11, 2001 - 15:38 EST #28

When are we going to start holding CLINTON accountable for crippling our military by taking their funding away during his 8 years of presidency.

Lavahead · September 11, 2001 - 15:42 EST #29

Lest we forget the children that also perished both on the flights and the ones in the day care centers of the towers. They very well could have been any of our own. God has blessed the children of the world. It is only when they grow up that we teach them our stupid hates.

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 15:45 EST #30

The military was powerless to stop this act. The only thing they could have done was shoot these airliners down. Is that the end we would have wanted?

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 15:47 EST #31

Only cowards resort to terrorism.

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 15:50 EST #32

Perhaps America can now look at itself and say, "what is it that we do elsewhere in the world that causes so much anger" and if you do ask yourself this question, and if you are interested in answering it, then research it for a couple of years and you will find out why. People elsewhere in the world do not hate us without cause. Are actions as a nation in the name of 'humanity,' and 'economic growth' have devastating implications elsewhere that is out of sight and out of mind to most Americans. It would be easier to change America than to change the rest of the world. But that would require some honest assessment on behalf of this country's government and people which I am not sure we are prepared to do just yet. In the meantime, we can continue to prepare ourselves to grieve regularly like this.

Little American Girl · September 11, 2001 - 15:53 EST #33

It is beyond pathetic that humans on earth are this sick and able to plan no less execute something so tragic. I have a great idea, let's kill innocent people and then we can have power. Who ever did this has no power. No control. The only one who has power and control is GOD and you just scratched your name off his list for eternity. I hope you are happy with what you have done. I hope this is a joyous day for sorry losers like you, because it will be the day that determined your destiny. Today was your eternal pass to hell you terrorist piece of crap. Enjoy what you have chosen to sew, I will enjoy you reaping it. You monster.

Eye for an Eye · September 11, 2001 - 16:02 EST #34

This is comparable to Pearl Harbor and we must have the same response and the people who did it must have the same end as the people who attacked Pearl Harbor.

No chance · September 11, 2001 - 16:03 EST #35

There's no fricken chance of there being WWIII because of this...the U.S. and allies, are way too powerful.

Canadian · September 11, 2001 - 16:05 EST #36

Just thinking of any children that will go to bed tonight without their parents at home turns my stomach. The people who are responsible for this will spend an eternity tourtured and burnt in hell.

Jason Maher · September 11, 2001 - 16:12 EST #37

I watched the news unfold today in horror from my home in PENNSYLVANIA. One day we will all die and face our maker. Whoever applauds this tradegy will one day be punished for their hatred against fellow man. My country is hurting but I pray to all Americans to keep your heads high, our great grandfathers spilled their blood to build the foundation for the greatest country in the world. I am so sorry for the families of the killed in New York. You have a friend in Philadelphia, PA praying for you today.

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 16:20 EST #38

FIRST, we need to figure out who is responsible. SECONDLY, understand that this will obviously require a long-term solution. These people have been thinking and living like this for many generations. We need to send cultural analysts (anthropologists) into their country to understand not only their culture, but their rationality. When you are raised to believe that suicide for your nation is the highest honor that anyone can achieve, you can't expect a bombing or war to stop that way of life. The US cannot perform a genocide, either. Just like in America, we are raised to believe that success is becoming rich. I know that if a person from another culture tried to convince me otherwise, I would tell him he was crazy. We need to go back to basics and understand their culture and rationality. Only then can we rationalize with them and hopefully establish some form of peace.

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 16:21 EST #39

Remember the firefighters who are died at this disaster. They are real heroes. Fire brigade, Germany.

Praying for unbelievers · September 11, 2001 - 16:27 EST #40

To the atheist, I'm gonna pray that GOD will work in your heart full of pain and hate.

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 16:28 EST #41

Taking prayer out of schools and deminishing religion has killed the value of life. Prayer and religion is not the problem; it is MISINTERPRETATION of religion that is the problem. If you ensure that you don't alter your interpretation of the Bible or religious readings in order to justify your sins, then you will have a just life. Having a religion (belief in a higher power) and faith in goodness will allow you to truly live.

AMEN TO THAT · September 11, 2001 - 16:29 EST #42

If everyone lived like Jesus this would NEVER have happened.

Osama bin Laden hater · September 11, 2001 - 16:32 EST #43

This man, Osama Bin Laden, is probably responsible for this attack. PLEASE click on the photo to read a story about him published in 1998.

British Military Guy · September 11, 2001 - 16:35 EST #44

I feel your hurt today. I have family who all work in NYC and have been trying frantically to find out if they are okay. The phones are down and the emergency number here in the UK is down. To all those sick-in-the-head people who have to put sick comments on this site, get a life and have some respect. I hope America finds and punishes these people give 'em a slow, painful death. The death sentence is too good for these murders. Whoever you may be out there, you will be found!

madcityman · September 11, 2001 - 16:48 EST #45

Remember hate is what started this, We can not stoop to the lowest level. We would never win a war here, because they do not care about their lives.

Dave Horne · September 11, 2001 - 16:55 EST #46

All right wing religious extremists are the same and are dangerous. I don't care if you're a Born Again Christian, a conservative Jew or a conservative Moslem, you are all equally dangerous. You all commit acts of violence because you believe your point of view, your belief, is the only true belief. I have learned that there is only one true belief and that is the belief of the person to whom you are currently speaking. When people realize that there is no God (or Gods) and that there is no life after death, they may begin to cherish the life we have here even more.

Liberal Society · September 11, 2001 - 16:56 EST #47

How see how long it takes to lose sight of the offender. At first focus will be on terrorist groups. Then it will be the FAA's fault for not having enough security. After that it will be United Airlines / American Airlines fault for not catching it. Then it is Bush's or Clinton's fault for not having anti-terrorist measures in place. Make no mistake, this was the act of fiendish terrorists and lets not lose FOCUS. Find, Hunt and DESTROY.

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 17:01 EST #48

http://atheism.about.com/gi/chat/cs.htm is a great place to discuss your ideas about God, pro or con. This site should remain here to preserve the memory of the buildings, not the hate of the occurence.

peace · September 11, 2001 - 17:01 EST #49

US Tourise - my comment to you: AMEN! My father was right next to the WTC at the time the first plane crashed and he got away in time before the towers collapsed. My heart goes out to all of those who have lost someone they know or love. This is a tragedy that needs drastic response. America- THIS MEANS ACT NOW! Bush- You better do something fast before this country will turn on you. THE WORLD WAS NOT MADE TO HATE- SEE WHAT HAS BECOME OF THIS WORLD NOW? PEACE=HAPPINESS and NO MORE PAIN. But consequences are necessary and I hope the ones responsible for this crime suffer most painfully.

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 17:01 EST #50

If you ever read the Bible you would understand that GOD is LOVE. Hate and violence is dispicable in God's eyes. Beloved let us love one another for love is from God and everyone that loveth is born of God and knoweth God he that loveth NOT knowth not God for God is love. 1 John: 4:7,8 PLEASE DO NOT STEREOTYPE me with some crazed fanatics who use God's name to justify their acts of violence and hate.

DANGEROUS LIBERALS · September 11, 2001 - 17:07 EST #51

Liberals are the ones who are dangerous, without MORALITY, we have anarchy. And you wonder why kids shoot each other. They have no reason not too!

A bewildered German · September 11, 2001 - 17:10 EST #52

I can hardly believe the pictures... Meine Anteilnahme und mein Beileid für all die Toten und Verletzten, Angehörigen und Verwandten. This day - and the answer of America (whatever there comes) - will last forever.

Kristi · September 11, 2001 - 17:22 EST #53

My heart goes out to all of the victims and families today and forever. This nation has witnessed it's worst tragedy. We are not invincible. We must fight back before we lose San Fransisco, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Sacremento, Chicago.......and so on....where does it end? Who's next?

Larry C · September 11, 2001 - 17:37 EST #54

I realize those of you who are making ignorant anti-American statements don't have the mentality CAPACITY to make a rational statement and you should be ashamed to be an American. Today is a day of shame and horror, but don't let this cowardly terrorist act blind your Pride to be in a country that allows you to live the life you choose. Those of you who are true Americans, please fly an American flag on your car or home to show the world that regardless of how the rest of the world see's us, WE ARE PROUD TO BE AMERICANS! God Bless those who died today and those who are working and fighting to save others lives in this trajedy.

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 17:38 EST #55

This is scary as hell. I was standing in front of this building 4 days ago.

g-man · September 11, 2001 - 17:41 EST #56

Me, one of the best gunman players of the world, can't believe these moments of a very bad day. I'm totally shocked.

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 17:44 EST #57

I pray for the Muslim to fall through God's power which is the Gospel of Jesus Christ, in the same way as the Twin Towers were destroyed. Amen !!!!!!

Ondrej · September 11, 2001 - 17:53 EST #58

My heart is with all American people. My soul cries for the human victims. I hope to build up those towers again. Ondrej and all my friends from Czech.

Mirjami · September 11, 2001 - 17:54 EST #59

This is the beginning of the end... IT IS THE BEGINNING OF GOD'S WRATH UPON THE U.S.. U.S along with the rest of the world.. is being punished for their SINS, SINS AND MORE SINS! LUST, MURDER, IGNORANCE OF GOD! One day we will ALL be judged... we can't blame God for this, only ourselves. My deepest sorrows goes out to you guys. This has shocked me terribly, along with the world....it's like out of a movie...but this time it's real humans, real human souls dead.

Palmaman · September 11, 2001 - 17:59 EST #60

I'm completely shocked. Is this the beginning of a very bad time? Please peace!

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 18:02 EST #61

News: explosions in Kabul, Afghanistan.

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 18:15 EST #62

Kabel Afganistan is now feeling pain...missles in the sky...oh how bright...send them deep and fast...up Bin Laden's butt!!!

From Canada · September 11, 2001 - 18:16 EST #63

Poor building, poor people.

Scapegoat · September 11, 2001 - 18:50 EST #64

Lets see here, Thinking back about the OKC bombing, I remember cries of international terrorism and all the foreign terrorist groups but no proof could be gathered so the US conjured up a scapegoat by the name of Timothy McVeigh. Wonder who the unlucky one will be this time.

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 18:58 EST #65

Don't worry, Bush is going kill those American haters. Don't hate on America!

Lee · September 11, 2001 - 19:01 EST #66

Our love affair with Israel has cost us dearly, again.

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 19:20 EST #67

What we need to do is flex our nuclear muscles!

David · September 11, 2001 - 19:22 EST #68

I think with all the hate that is posted here I think we should look at the loss of lives, The innocent that goes about their lives to be happy and do what they do best. When we forget about the victims and the suffering it makes us that much less, we need to glorify the victims, and the loss of a landmark. My sympathies to all those lost in the tragedy, and to their families. Hate is something that destroys all, lets look at the loss instead and pay hommage

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 19:24 EST #69

I agree, David.

SleeplessIQ · September 11, 2001 - 19:30 EST #70

I'm totally shocked. As a German, a friend, and a man with an American heart beating in me, I could only say: Do whatever must be done to find the scum, whatever it costs. God bless America!!!

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 19:32 EST #71

Let's be honest. We had it coming. Think of all the pain and terror we have rained down on the rest of the world. Don't get me wrong. I think what happened was disgusting and I feel deeply sorry for all of the innocent people who lost their lives and lost loved ones (I still haven't found out if I have lost people yet), but Americans have been asking for it. You can't honestly believe that if you try and police the world by bombing other nations and swaying world politics, that you're not going to piss people off. We did this to ourselves. People have been predicting for years that such attacks would happen. No one should be suprised to see them come to light.

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 19:32 EST #72

Hey Scapegoat, you might want to catch up on your news... McVeigh admitted his guilt publicly. This is a sorry day for all human beings. What a shame that so few make it so bad for so many. I had coworkers in those buildings, many of whom may now be dead. By the way, I am not sitting scared. Quite the contrary. If my country asked for volunteers to go and fight today, I would go in an instant. The greatest things above life itself are love and freedom!

rational · September 11, 2001 - 19:33 EST #73

It is very easy to lose perspective on this and blame an entire race(s). I, too, am shocked, apalled, and grieve for the many lives lost. But this does not give us, Americans, the right to hate an entire people. I have served in the military and am outraged that this could have happened. I believe that appropriate actions will be taken. Bottom line is that the responsible parties will be found and once found, will be punished. First reaction to this is normal and expected as I also had them. For people that are afraid of capitalism and democracy, all I can say is that is unfortunate for you that you were not born an American to truly appreciate and enjoy the many benefits living free brings us. If you could savor one bit you would understand the foolishness in your hate. For all the people that think they are cool blasting America by posting as 'terrorists', news for you.....NOT cool, not only is that childish, but also demeaning to yourself.

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 19:44 EST #74

People of USA: sorry about your loss. You have many enemies in the world, and associates are more powerful than you (intellectually, physically, and about the will). Be humble, you have a lot of work to do about your arrogance. You are not more an "empire;" you are in decadence. Don't battle this "attack," because you made the all wars. You are guilty for your own acts.

concerned American · September 11, 2001 - 19:47 EST #75

This should not be viewed as a mere terrorist attack. This type of event should be classified as no less than a declaration of war by the parties responsible and I for one think we should give these parties what they want. We must take a stand and truly show that we DO NOT tolerate terrorism!

Sad and Mad American · September 11, 2001 - 20:09 EST #76

I think we should round up Bin Laden and Sadam right now and figure out the answers later. Then hang 'em both.

Matt · September 11, 2001 - 20:12 EST #77

The other day I said to myself Bush needs something to take the heat off him and the economy. Something like a war. Football is fixed why can't war be fixed too? Not saying Bush has anything to do with it, just seems this world is going to hell (on earth). Not trying to talk about my religion or yours, seems it doesn't matter. The wire (the net, the packets that float freely) that allows communication in on our earth that was unheard of 6 years ago, hmmm. Hmmm, its all just odd. You that post kill all those people, you that post no war lets pray; think about all of this. You aren't all that different. Oh sure, you will post that you are, but you really aren't, you just believe in a position. As a matter of fact, you just might believe in your position as much as the person that flew the planes into buildings. Bottom line, it just seems the once so called small guy has become more efficient and effective. It is a fact that the mafia, terrorists, etc has more technical ability than governments. Goverments are slow and people with money are fast and can get technology faster. My ability alone overtakes 99 percent of the techs working for the government. Not bragging, just think about it though. Forget about me, think about what I just said. I work around govermental authorities charged with protecting the public yet they are clueless to what is happening out on the wire. I surf around looking for normal stuff yet run into snuff stories about raping young girls that make me want to throw up. And then they have copywrite notices at the end of it with e-mails and URL addresses. Great day! People, it's right in front of you. It's all spelled out in front of you. It's worse than ugly, its beyond humane. What's coming out is too much for me to comprehend. It's just too much. You know, I read an interview with Bin Laden and he feels justified to an extent I can see value in. He talks of a million children starving due to US sanctions. Truly, I don't doubt this, with politics the way they are. Not saying he is right, but are our leaders for letting children starve? Its all too much to understand. Where it all ends, who knows. Why, who knows. All of you that post after this and think you have anonymity, think again. You are tracked and watched by multiple people and organizations. Your ISP has you, the government can see you. Hell, even I can see you cause, your packets fly across this wire leaving a trace to your IP (internet phone number). This is not a threat, just letting you know to treat the internet like your 12 and making a prank call and the person on the other end has a call back feature that won't fail. Matt

Mike · September 11, 2001 - 20:28 EST #78

As a Canadian, my heart goes out to the victims' families. We are a near neighbor and this has also hit close to home. This attack SHOULD NOT go unavenged! America, show scum zero tolerance! God bless you.

American · September 11, 2001 - 20:35 EST #79

Time to talk softly and carry a big stick.

Chubz · September 11, 2001 - 20:38 EST #80

I was really horrified to hear the news. I was going to work when I saw it on TV, and could not concentrate with my work from that time on...it's really hard to believe all this...I know that the United States will not just forget this thing....it will defend the nation from all this. Such a powerful nation cannot be attacked just like that. Let's see what will happen to those responsible for this....I pray for the family of the victims of the tragedy.....:(

British Citizen · September 11, 2001 - 21:06 EST #81

Britain will stand side by side with you, our fellow allies, against this hatred. Please know that we pray for your dead. We together will fight for democracy and freedom for our people.

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 21:11 EST #82

Pray!

Canadian Citizen · September 11, 2001 - 21:28 EST #83

Canada will stand beside our American cousins and help in any way it can to bring these criminals to justice. Our prayers and thoughts go out to your dead. God bless America.

Silver Cloud · September 11, 2001 - 21:36 EST #84

Stand and fight we do consider Reminded of an inner pact between us That's seen as we go And ride there In motion To fields in debts of honor Defending

Stand the marchers soaring talons, Peaceful lives will not deliver freedom, Fighting we know, Destroy oppression The point to reaction As leaders look to you Attacking

Choose and renounce throwing chains to the floor. Kill or be killing faster sins correct the flow. Casting giant shadows off vast penetrating force To alter via the war that seen As friction spans the spirits wrath ascending (slowly) to redeem.

Wars that shout in screams of anguish, Power spent passion bespoils our soul receiver, Surely we know. In glory We rise to offer, Create our freedom, A word we utter, A word.

Words cause our banner, victorious our day. Will silence be promised as violence display? The curse increased we fight the power And live by it by day. Our gods awake in thunderous roars, And guide the leaders' hand in paths of glory to the cause.

Listen, should we fight forever Knowing as we do know fear destroys? Listen, should we leave our children? Listen, our lives stare in silence; Help us now.

Listen, your friends have been broken, They tell us of your poison; now we know. Kill them, give them as they give us. Slay them, burn their childrens' laughter On to hell.

The fist will run, grasp metal to gun. The spirit sings in crashing tones, We gain the battle drum. Our cries will shrill, the air will moan and crash into the dawn. The pen won't stay the demon's wings, The hour approaches pounding out the Devil's sermon.

Soon, oh soon the light, Pass within and soothe this endless night And wait here for you, Our reason to be here.

Soon, oh soon the time, All we move to gain will reach and calm; Our heart is open, Our reason to be here.

Long ago, set into rhyme. Soon, oh soon the light, Ours to shape for all time, Ours the right; The sun will lead us, Our reason to be here.

Soon, oh soon the light, Ours to shape for all time, Ours the right; The sun will lead us, Our reason to be here.

Jeddy · September 11, 2001 - 22:16 EST #85

I'm just amazed that, with all the resources committed to keeping "free" Americans from enjoying the type of sex they choose to practice or the type of buzz they choose to catch, that such a terrible thing could occur. Who'da thunk it. Time for a re-prioritization?

Skengdon · September 11, 2001 - 22:21 EST #86

To the people of the U.S., my condolences. My God, what a cruel act. I send this message from Toronto, just across the border, and wish you speedy recovery. One more thing--find out who did this and take the necessary actions.

Mad as Hell · September 11, 2001 - 22:40 EST #87

The next week will bring tactical strikes against Syria, Pakistan, and Afganistan. All are countries who provide aid to the creator of this destruction.

Phil in Australia · September 11, 2001 - 22:53 EST #88

Should Australia accept the boat load of Afganistains? Yes or no?

Bill · September 11, 2001 - 22:54 EST #89

If we nuke them, I hope we get ALL the women and children along with the men. Then these anal orifices will be without the ability to breed more of the terrorists responsible for this. We DO NOT WANT THEIR GENES IN OUR POOL!

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 23:01 EST #90

Some of you guys are truly screwed up. I cannot believe that any of you would think that this act of terror was actually the United States of America. FIRST OF ALL, look at the reasons, the Palistinians hate us because we support a country that does not have a majority of people that believe in that religion. SECOND OF ALL, to the person who said that if you bomb people your gonna piss them off, what in the hell are we supposed to do when innocent people are getting killed? Just sit around and scratch our butts? Also, to the person that said we can't blame a race, did you see the footage of the Palistianians celebrating the attack on the American facilities. The candy being passed out in the middle of town, and them making fun of the United States of America (I'll admit, it makes me want to take my dual berretas and head over there to kick some Palistinians) that we're just to say "we can't blame the people in this city, they're just little palistinians who didn't do anything to us, so let's not blame them." Let's not kid ourselves people. You realize that all of the people in that city are very enthusiastic and happy about the attacks on America today. You know they were saying to each other "OH, I'VE GOT A GOOD IDEA, LETS BOMB THE TWO MOST SYMBOLIC ICONS IN THE UNITED STATES. LET'S SAY THE WORLD TRADE CENTER AND........... I KNOW, THE PENTAGON." And once done, the terrorists don't even have the guts to admit they did it. I think they realized they went too far this time. All I can say is that any idiot that thinks the United States was at fault, please feel free to send me a personal e-mail why. Oh, and by the way, Mr. "You have many enemies in the world, and associates are more powerful than you (intellectually, physically, and about the will)" if you haven't heard, America has been the most powerful country, (wealthiest, largest army, best defense system etc.) for more than 25 years, so I don't know if you were looking in a book on the revolutionary war for today's stats, but you sure are an idiot.

Jen from California · September 11, 2001 - 23:04 EST #91

My heart goes out to all that were affected by today's brutal attack. May they find peace.

Jessica (in Indiana) · September 11, 2001 - 23:17 EST #92

We don't have the answers we want. We are grieving, but why turn to hate, especially people that call themselves relgious. God will deal with the person or people responsible. In the mean time, we must focus on the families of the lives lost. God bless everyone and help our nation get through all of this. Amen.

Saddened · September 11, 2001 - 23:20 EST #93

I live in New York. Sadness was all around us here today. But the worst sadness came when we saw tape of joyful foreigners thrilled with our destruction. America must adapt a new policy because the old one is not working. We must now keep foreigners out of this country as too many are working feverishly for its demise.

Revelation · September 11, 2001 - 23:22 EST #94

Read Revelation from your Bible. And pray to GOD that this isn't the begining of the end. And for you nonrelgious people....just know that God doesn't do this to us, He LETS it happen. We chose it in the begining when Adam and Eve ate of the tree. We must face the consequences and turn to God for help. God bless everyone who is hurting.

Steve · September 11, 2001 - 23:23 EST #95

God bless America, and to these gutless cowards who caused this inhuman act--burning in hell is too good for you!

Arns · September 11, 2001 - 23:40 EST #96

Hope those bastards are caught! www.c4dot.com

Jon Phang, Indonesia · September 11, 2001 - 23:46 EST #97

Is this sign of end of the world, or is this beginning of World War 3? I can't figure out how such thing happened in America. How this number of planes can be hijacked so easily (in America). How the Pentagon can be attacked by a civil plane. What is Pentagon, anyway? God, how can you create such genius terrorists? My deepest sympathy to family of the victims, and rest in peace to the dead.

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 23:52 EST #98

The Pentagon is where anything military is controlled (nuke launches, everything.)

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 23:55 EST #99

The world trade organization, the Pentagon, I say tit for tat Jerusalem and Bethlehem. Their culture has never lived without war and has no respect for human life of any kind. They will never change no matter how many peace talks we have or aid we offer.

anonymous · September 11, 2001 - 23:57 EST #100

The attacks on U.S. soil were a long time coming. It's a tragedy that innocent people had to be killed, but I support whoever committed this act of just totally awesome destruction. It's about time that something interesting happened in this country! I'm sure the media is quite happy, too.

Patriot · September 12, 2001 - 00:01 EST #101

This will only make the great nation of America stronger.

Regina in MO · September 12, 2001 - 00:04 EST #102

Will we ever find out what really happened here today? You know our government has to know more than they have told us ....My prayers go out to the families of the people who died today in this senseless tragedy. Why is it that whenever people say stupid things they sign it anonymous?

anonymous · September 12, 2001 - 00:08 EST #103

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Tony · September 12, 2001 - 00:08 EST #104

I DO NOT support the U.S. in any retaliation for the attacks on American soil. Truly, this was a terrible act, but like Mom always told us, "two wrongs do not make a right." What Bush and the country needs to do now is pray that this type of act does not happen again. What good will it do to retaliate? To take lives because lives were lost? Plain and simple....A LIFE IS A LIFE. Just because some innocent Americans are killed because of revenge by some terrorist group, we as human beings do not have the right to kill others to seek revenge! I myself, am not a fan of the United States or the government, as well. Innocent people WERE killed, but that's just the consequence of someone venting their frustration and anger towards the country. Please, everyone...there may be more attacks to come - but pray that no more innocent lives are lost due to the attacks. Punishment for taking lives will come from Jesus Christ. We are not the ones to punish anyone!! Good night and God bless.

Clint · September 12, 2001 - 00:09 EST #105

I don't think it is right that some of us are blaming Arab terroists. We did this when the Oklahoma Fedral building was bombed, and it turned out to be one of our own. It's hard to fight speculation, but we really shouldn't point fingers without proper evidence.

Regina in MO · September 12, 2001 - 00:11 EST #106

If we do not retaliate quickly and with might, then we can expect to lose all our freedom. Weren't you ever picked on in school by a bully? Did he stop when you prayed for him? No, he stopped when you stood up to him, or whipped him.

MPP · September 12, 2001 - 00:20 EST #107

On behalf of the people of Toronto; may God bless all of those who lost their lives & those who risked their lives to save others at The World Trade Center. Canadians will never forget. God bless Canada and God bless the United States of America!

Fellow American · September 12, 2001 - 00:23 EST #108

Before we point the finger at a Middle East country, we should remember Oklahoma City. Oklahoma City was done by an American. There are many groups out there today that want to wreak havoc on the United States government, just like Timothy McVeigh. Any militia group in the US may have committed these acts, and it is not fair to blame anyone before there is concrete evidence that there is a foreign country involved.

Hope · September 12, 2001 - 00:28 EST #109

Rise tall - rise tall, above the skyline, above hatred and prejudice. Rise tall.

anonymous · September 12, 2001 - 00:29 EST #110

How do you think the people of Hiroshima felt. Sucks doesn't it?

anonymous · September 12, 2001 - 00:31 EST #111

World War III is on the horizon.....

Brian · September 12, 2001 - 00:34 EST #112

These attacks may just be the beginning of lots more to come. Anyone getting aboard any plane in the U.S. is at risk. We may be in for many more terrorist attacks if the attackers did not get what they wanted.

Jason in Ohio · September 12, 2001 - 00:44 EST #113

The US is not going to just randomly start killing innocent people you stupid people. We will set out to destroy whoever did this. If there are innocent people around the persons who did this, then they are not innocent for being with the people. Ever heard "in the wrong place at the wrong time"? We heard it loud and clear thousands of times today. Our sorry, politically correct people sit back and do nothing. This behavior is part of the reason this happened. We have to end terrorism and do it now because this will happen again and again if not.

anonymous · September 12, 2001 - 00:45 EST #114

When you dabble in underground arms trading in the Middle East, aid militants secretly, invade/start a war with a country half way around the world for no reason 10 years ago ... well, what did you expect? Yes, what happened is very sad and tragic, but if you are looking for the source, start with your own government. Our prayers go out to the children of those who lost their lives. May God welcome them into His peace and watch over their families.

Jason in Ohio · September 12, 2001 - 00:54 EST #115

No reason? The Gulf War wasn't just US vs. Iraq. Most of the world supported it. We just had a major role because we CAN. We are the world's big brother who has to stop aggression. We do all we can to stop killing and these wackos think killing is OK. Crazy.

Tony in PA · September 12, 2001 - 00:57 EST #116

FOX NEWS reports that the U.S. HEARD Bin Laden backers talking about the attacks from intercepting cell phone calls. WHAT????? And they did NOTHING????? I guess we can now point at least ONE finger at the U.S. government itself for the lives lost on the ground, right? Hmmmm.... very interesting.

anonymous · September 12, 2001 - 01:04 EST #117

The real tragedy here is that in a week's time, this day will be forgotten and written in the history books. The MEDIA is probably jumping with joy that they are able to stick their noses into something really deep right now. Possibly the next time they will be able to do this is with a school shooting. Reporters care about nobody else but themselves and their jobs. Too many times Tuesday, the MEDIA has gotten in the way of rescuers saving lives. They should feel pretty ashamed of themselves and think about another career.

Michael · September 12, 2001 - 01:11 EST #118

How many people are having difficulty sleeping tonight? How many people are going to call off work in the morning to watch the news all day? I'm having trouble sleeping, and I don't have a job - so I will be flipping back and forth between channels, just like I did today. By the way, what IS the best news channel to watch? They all seem the same pretty much. Please reply!

Derrick · September 12, 2001 - 01:41 EST #119

I am sick and tired of people bringing up the atomic attacks on Japan and saying how payback is a mother f*@#er. This has nothing to do with WWII and besides, those attacks were warranted. I have never agreed with what our government does and I am sure that corruption is rampant, but everything we have done has had the support of most, if not all, other nations in the UN (which are the only ones that count because the ones NOT in the UN are worse than we could ever dream to be). How many think Iraq would have been happy with just destroying Kuwait? I would have fought in that war if needed because of the look on the faces of the people in Kuwiat when they saw the US army riding in like the proverbial knight in shining armor. I think our government is wasting our time trying to bring peace to the Middle East because Arabs and Jews will NEVER be at peace with each other. It's a lost cause. Save our money and spend it on the AMERICAN homeless--most of whom are veterans. It really drives me crazy to go to work and bust my butt and pay all these taxes and they give it to Middle Easterners to buy weapons to attack us. And they really don't attack us directly, they hit and run like the cowards they are. They know that Americans out class and out gun them in any catagory so they use our open borders against us and send our own planes in to kill our people. I think America should close it's borders to EVERYONE not yet an American citizen and take care of AMERICA! Let the rest of the world go to hell if they they can't grow up and share the land that is all of mankind's to enjoy. I mean, give me a freaking break! "Those people don't believe in Ali Jo Baba so we have to kill them all!" Who cares who anyone does or does not believe in?! 98% of all known people DO believe in a higher power no matter what that power is. Why is it only a small portion of that 98% can't stand it and have to make everyone believe the way they do? My old high school science teacher used to wear a shirt that explains perfectly what we should do with the people in Afghanistan: "Kill 'em all....and let GOD sort 'em out!"

anonymous · September 12, 2001 - 01:45 EST #120

"Thou shalt not kill". PLAIN AND SIMPLE. Two wrongs do not make a right. Anyone who retaliates is going to be considered a murderer by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Philippine-American · September 12, 2001 - 01:46 EST #121

GOD BLESS AMERICA. =( This is it...the war will start...I will support the American people.

anonymous · September 12, 2001 - 02:14 EST #122

Since most of us believe in God, then we should all know that he does these things to test us. There is no good without bad, happy without sad. We must use this time to pull together as a country. My best friend is still missing. Pray for her, please.

anonymous · September 12, 2001 - 02:15 EST #123

Hey Derrick, payback is a bitch isn't it?? You're right, the US should have stayed out of other countries noses--why get involved? Oh thats right, because the US has no one to try thier fancy-dancy weapons on! They had no right being in Iraq PLAIN & SIMPLE, but noooooooooo they just had to get all pushy and stuff. Well, someone pushed back. Guess that's just life isn't it? Yes it's tragic, but as someone once said, "That's the nature of the Beast," or "Live by the sword, die by the sword," or... ah.. I could go on forever! My heart cries out to the children as well.

anonymous · September 12, 2001 - 02:19 EST #124

Quote Derrick "...those attacks were warranted..." (atomic attacks on Japan). Really? Were they really? Well, who to say that this attack wasn't warranted? How many Middle Eastern countries and Central American countries have the US invaded/helped disidents? Hmm? Are you stating that it's okay for the US to retailiate but not for those who they've oppresed? Like the guy says...worry about your own problem and maybe you wouldn't have so many ememies!

anonymous · September 12, 2001 - 02:20 EST #125

I'm guessing that this was an 'inside job.' You know, like the JFK assaination--blame those who run your country. Peace out.

Raena Armitage (ATPM Staff) · September 12, 2001 - 03:09 EST #126

Phil in Australia September 11, 2001 - 22:53 EST Should Australia accept the boat load of Afganistains? Yes or no? Those people are refugees. Those people are trying to come to our country to get right the heck away from the kind of attitudes that indoctrinate them with this anti-American hatred. Think about it.

A Girl from Egypt · September 12, 2001 - 03:12 EST #127

anonymous · September 12, 2001 - 03:14 EST #128

The National Journal is FREE on the web temporarily (It's the best) Here's their report

Raena Armitage (ATPM Staff) · September 12, 2001 - 03:32 EST #129

Five suspects identified Five suspects identified From news.com.au staff and agencies 12sep01 SECURITY officials in the US state of Massachusetts have identified at least five Arab men as suspects in the latest terrorist attacks in Washington and New York, seizing a car laden with Arabic-language flight training manuals, it has been reported. Two of the men, whose passports were traced to the United Arab Emirates, were brothers, one of whom was a trained pilot, said the report, quoting sources close to the investigation. (read more)

Don Perko · September 12, 2001 - 04:17 EST #130

I want all of you who denounce a military retaliation by the U.S. against those responsible (and the countries who aid them) for destroying the World Trade Center and the Pentagon; and downing four U.S. commercial airliners full of American people to answer a simple question... Would you simply stand around and permit me to enter your home by crashing through your front door driving a stolen armored truck... Gawk at me in amazement as I pour gasoline all over your spouse, your children and your house and light a match? And would you simply pray over the carnage I leave behind, hoping that I might have a change of heart and not do the same thing to some other American citizen? All of you who believe that you would not lift a finger against me are indeed BRAIN-DEAD! It is nature's will (I personally believe it is God's will) for all animals including human beings to rise to defend our loved ones. When backed into a corner, even Billy Graham and the Pope himself would do whatever it took to safeguard what he cherishes. We Americans, as a country, are backed against a wall. Terrorism by whomever, must not be permitted. Terrorists thrive on the riotous aftermath that generally occurs after their terrorist act has taken place. They thrive on the media attention their actions create. They are willing to die for their belief. A suicidal terrorist is mankind's worst enemy. The terrorist has nothing to lose and everything to gain by losing his/her life during a a terrorist attack. Life, and everything about life which we hold onto dearly means nothing to this kind of terrorist. Suicide terrorists CANNOT be stopped - to die is to succeed! Trade embargos, sanctions against countries that support these terrorist groups do nothing to stop the training and brainwashing of new terrorists. Praying may have a calming effect for us on a personal level, but this in itself will not stop terrorism. It is my humble opinion that we must clearly identify the parties (and countries) responsible for training, harboring and supporting these terrorist groups, scramble our military forces to their location, and wipe every living person there off the map -- to leave a convincing message to the world that the United States of America will not put up with terroristic acts on our homeland. To do so will result in total and final restitution for the acts commited against us. I've read messages here that say "two wrongs do not make a right". Two wrongs? Those terrorists DO NOT believe they are doing anything wrong! I personally believe in the saying "an eye for an eye". They killed thousands of innocent people today. We must reciprocate in kind - swiftly and with finality. I am a retired veteran. I served during Viet Nam and Desert Storm. The events that occured today in NYC, Pennsylvania and Washington DC reminds me of those days. Let's keep the carnage away from our homeland.

Basketcase · September 12, 2001 - 04:22 EST #131

I'm from upstate New York and now live in Poland working as an English teacher. One of my students (from the upper-intermediate class) came to me and said that an airplane hit one of the World Trade Center's towers. I thought that this was a small mishap that a Cessna or something like that had an accident. Then in the next class with pre-intermediate students, they were telling me that both towers were hit by hijacked airplanes. Me, being naive, thought they were joking. Who in their right mind would attack my country? I went downstairs to have a smoke. When I came back upstairs, one of the secretaries had connected a TV and the local station was broadcasting the events. I lost control and started crying. I couldn't believe it. My next two lessons consisted of a discussion on terrorism. They brought up some good points. 1. If Osama did it, he needs to hide for the rest of his life in a very dark cave, and pray to Allah (or whoever) that the Americans don't find him. 2. That the possibility of many different terrorist organizations have joined. Not probably ... to many places for leaks to occur. 3. That friends of Mr. MacWay (I know that I haven't spelled that right) have taken revenge. Student's said ... Are they really that stupid? My answer ... You'ld be suprised. 4. Is it possible that Osama Bin Laden, took advantage of the anniversary of McWay's death? .... Possible. 5. One of the least accepted by the groups was that Hussein had planned it. When I got home, I watched CNN all night. Different emotions ran through me .. hate, remorse, pity, vengance, sorrow, love (yes ... that so many people were risking their lives to save the lives of others), shock ... you name it ... I felt it. Thinking of the families that have changed forever, children without parent(s), spouses without their loved ones, families and friends that have lost loved ones. I usually don't pray, nor go to church. But last night I prayed. I prayed that the people that have lost loved ones from this attack, may one day find peace in their hearts. I know that it is easier to forgive than forget. Just one thing I would like to add.... Mr. Bush ... the world is waiting for your answer ... are you going to play it diplomatically or are you going to use a strong hand that you tried to show the world that you have.

anonymous · September 12, 2001 - 04:40 EST #132

"Thou shalt not kill". Anybody that actually believes that is an idiot.

anonymous · September 12, 2001 - 06:03 EST #133

I'm from Germany. And I have no problem to press the red button to kill such terrorists on the electrical chair. I don't understand people saying "don't kill them" or "don't do the same as they". My opinion is: Bomb them back into the stone age.

Surani Joshua · September 12, 2001 - 06:18 EST #134

I am truly amazed how our country can show both its best and its worst at the same time. This board is an example of that. You want to "bomb Afghanistan, then if we're wrong apologize and move on"???? You want to "wipe every living person that happens to live near the terrorists off the map"? You want to "nuke all the women and children and get their genes out of the pool"? My God. How do you people live with yourselves? You think its patriotic to show how weak you are that you can only respond to hatred by copying it? Can you not even have the ability to come up with an emotion of yourselves? You think you're showing the true greatness of America with this unbelievable bigoted sh*t? Let me TELL you what your words and your attitudes are causing. A MIDDLE-EASTERN-LOOKING GIRL WAS KILLED AT ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY TODAY. That's right. Beaten until her body gave out and she stopped breathing and died, just for looking Middle Eastern. But hey! At least her genes will be out of the pool!!!! You wallow in your own filth and you wallow right next to these terrorists. How can you say the things that have been said on this board? How can you live with yourselves? Can you look at what you've written and see any difference than the anti-Semitism of the Nazis and other Fascists?? In that time Jews were The People To Hate. Some of us learned we didn't need a group like that. Others of us, evidently, just found another group. Anyone who promotes the extermination of a people is putting them into a shower and gassing them no less than if they were SS men 50 years ago in Germany. A girl, a college girl just like me, is DEAD today in Phoenix. Another student beaten up at UofA. Another beaten up at NAU. Why? Because of people like you, who could not see this tragedy for what it is - THE LOSS OF HUMAN LIVES. Not the loss of AMERICAN lives. It was called the WORLD Trade Center for a reason - plenty of non-American lives were lost too. Including many Muslims. I suppose the Muslims buried in this rubble are ALSO responsible for this attack? Are you all glad they are out of the gene pool? Not the loss of American lives, not an affront to the American flag. Put aside your blind loyalties to abstract concepts. These were people. Living breathing human beings, whose lives were ended and whose survivors have had a part of their lives torn out by the roots forever. Are you so ready to spill blood? So ready to lash out in pure anger and hatred and FEAR, yes fear, you COWARDS that can't do more than exchange hate for hate, bigotry for bigotry, killing for extermination plans. Are you so ready to see the sight of blood? GO DONATE, AS I DID AND AS DID THE PEOPLE AT MY COLLEGE WHO STOOD IN LINE FOR 5 HOURS. Go donate blood, concentrate on saving the lives instead of ending them. Go watch the blood drip into those plastic packets and maybe, just maybe, you'll remember how sacred and precious human life really is. As for the "Christians" that posted this stuff... May God have mercy on your souls. P.S. One college student. Barely more than a girl. Beaten to death. Keep it in mind.

M.L.K. · September 12, 2001 - 06:41 EST #135

Are YOU going back to work today, just because some cowaring CEO told you you have to, so our "nation" will look COOL. Everything is NOT cool. This AINT NO Pearl Harbor. This is in syndication! We all saw it live on TV. Nobody can work, and besides, we look like DAMN FOOLS going back to BUSINESS AS USUAL. It makes us look like MORONS. It makes us look like THE BLACK KNIGHT IN MONTY PYTHON'S "HOLY GRAIL". The whole world saw it on TV. If we stop work and collect ourselves it actualy WOULD look TOUGH, like the BORG in Star Trek, prepairing for an onslaught. Further, why are we concerned with LOOKING tough? The proof is UNDER THE CRUST. (see Silver Cloud's Entry.)

Basketcase · September 12, 2001 - 06:57 EST #136

Sorry, but I missed typed my e-mail in the message above. This one is correct

anonymous · September 12, 2001 - 07:04 EST #137

As you sow so shall you reap! America will know the real pain today of all the victims of the Atomic Bomb attack on Heroshima in World War II. They say it is all just in a WAR. War was it in those times and WAR it is now who are pushed to misery by Americans! Americans remembered the Pearl Harbour attach; why not the so many attacks they performed world wide. Simple because they have double-standards. I have a very sad heart for the innocent lives taken in the attack and no doubt it is a tragedy, because I see all ATTACKS with the same eye. American public should know that they are being penalised because of the WORNG deeds of their superiors.

R66K · September 12, 2001 - 07:18 EST #138

This is an act of coward bastards that are undereducated and retarded by their religion. They dont deserve to live on this earth. why dont we put them in pain and agony or use them for experiments and examination for new weapons and medicines,that would be usefull for the whole human race and the palestinas would have a usefull and fulltime job instead of crashing planes and so on. Friendly greetz R66K

Someone of the first world · September 12, 2001 - 07:32 EST #139

No one is thinking about some thousands dying every day in the third world. What are some of us?

Ashe · September 12, 2001 - 08:24 EST #140

I have just found this website. I want everyone in America to know that Everyone in the United Kingdom is in shock over this disgusting act by complete and utter cowards. When they are found, and they will be, I hope George W sends over enough bombs that it can be seen from Mars. I am devistated that this has happened in my lifetime. All our prayers go out to the families of the people who died and the people who survived, I only wish that I could be there to help, as do we all.

eradicate · September 12, 2001 - 08:26 EST #141

Bin Laden needs to be located, brought to N.Y.C. in chains, raped by a gorilla, have his face pissed on, and burned at the stake in front of the worlds television cameras.

From Germany · September 12, 2001 - 08:39 EST #142

I can't believe what I saw and see on TV!!! It's an indescribable catastrophe. It's so unreal for me, like watching a Video Game. Of course: every day get people killed by somebody, but this tragedy yesterday is a strike against the whole World- whoever it was!!! My heart goes out to all victims and thier familys. It's intangible. I'm so sad!!!

Anne · September 12, 2001 - 08:46 EST #143

Germany is shocked! We pray for the people in the USA.

Raena Armitage (ATPM Staff) · September 12, 2001 - 08:51 EST #144

Just a gentle reminder that inappropriate messages on this forum are being censored.

Gregg from Suburban NYC · September 12, 2001 - 09:09 EST #145

The heros are everywhere. Especially the Firefighters and Cops who rushed into the Towers. Working in Manhattan is an unusual experience. You leave everything behind, except what you can carry, and you ford into the sea of concrete and steel. Yesterday, many never came home. My neighbor, who was in a van dropping him at the Towers when the first wave of debris fell, made it home (in eight hours). I am moved by those who died, those who serve, and my neighbor, who strapped on a necktie and went back to work today.

archie · September 12, 2001 - 09:12 EST #146

One this is to bomb a military installation granted the loss of life would be equally as tragic but service men and woman know that this would be an inherit risk something that comes with the job. But bombing a target just for the sake of killing innocent men,women, and children is deprorable any true soldier be extremist or otherwise should know that this act would surely be concidered cowardly and not deserving of any recognition among military circles....! "The giant will awaken and god only knows what his wrath may bring!"

KITPIT · September 12, 2001 - 09:15 EST #147

Same is the pain felt by others when US and England do bombardment over innocent Iraqis, Palestanians, Afghan's and others.

anonymous · September 12, 2001 - 09:29 EST #148

To Kitpit- I never saw an American "dance in the street" in celebration of a tragedy. Some advice- your celebration is premature. You just changed your history, and your cheers will turn to the greatest sorrow you have ever known.

Don Perko · September 12, 2001 - 10:15 EST #149

Surani Joshua's comments have a degree of merit. To blindly attack anyone simply because of their national origin, especially when they reside in this country, is pure bigotry. It brings to mind how the U.S., as a nation, treated the citizens of Japanese descent during WWII. I do not condone the actions of the persons responsible for killing the young woman at ASU. I do, however still believe that eliminating the Afghans and any other country who actively supports terrorist groups would serve purpose for this reason: If you watched the news clips yesterday, you probably saw a clip showing a young boy dancing in the street, waving his country's flag around and cheering the actions of his countrymen after they rammed the World Trade Center buildings. The general attitude of the men, women and children in Afghanistan was festive! They showed no remorse whatsoever for the thousands of men, women and children, of ALL races, military and civilian, who were savagely murdered by their terrorist heroes. I said it once. And I'll say it again. This nation of people are brainwashed into believing that the results of these terrorist attacks is a ticket to their heaven. They breed children; the males are trained to shoot military weapons at the age of 4 and learn how to handle bombs before they learn how to read and write. The females are raised to breed children who will eventually replace the terrorists who die during their "righteous" suicide attacks. This is a way of life for these people. Their hatred of America (anyone who lives in America) is so ingrained in their minds that they know of no other way of thinking. These people cannot be taught to respect human life. To them, dying for their religious cause is the highest honor -- and the brighest path to heaven. They are sick, demented, racist people, far more racist than those of us that Surani Joshua called racist. These people are a cancer that will eat away all but those who believe as they do. You cannot pray away their beliefs. You cannot teach them that killing innocent people is wrong. These people, who shoot machine-guns out in the street (as the cowboys here did in the mid 1800s) is considered as normal behavior. Dying for their religious cause is of the highest order. All capitalist countries are their target of opportunity. The only way to rid the world of this cancer is to cut ALL of it out. Terrorism will continue until these nations who actively support it are brought to their knees by a unified world who will not put up with it. Diplomacy be damned! It's time to take action! When in Rome, do as the Romans... We should not blame our citizens of Middle-eastern culture for what happened in New York, the Pentagon and in Pennsylvania. They came to the U.S. to escape the terroristic way of life that is supported in countries like Afghanistan. These people are Americans, just as are all Blacks, Hispanics, Asians and Caucasions living in this great country of ours. Focus on the cancer, lead by scum such as Osama Bin Ladin. Cut them out of the world like mold off a piece of bread.

Marc (Germany) · September 12, 2001 - 10:42 EST #150

It is a sad day for the USA, and it is en even sadder day for the world! May God have mercy for the victims of this horrendous tragedy and their families. Our thought are with you all.

graffiti roman · September 12, 2001 - 10:54 EST #151

repent - no more hate - love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you - my english is not too perfect, but what i have to say is: the only chance to give an end to this, is not punishment, it's forgiving and trying to understand. and not an eye for an eye, as we can read in matthew 5.38+39 "You have heard that it was said, 'An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.' But I say to you, Do not resist one who is evil. But if any one strikes you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also" - this to you mister bush - you ar a christian, as i read. the matyrs destroyed the roman empire. now let's show the world not new arrogance, like damned infidels, but find out what has gone wrong, that people hate america and the way it acts in our times. why nations are afraid of it. and can't see the freedom and democracy. i'm roman from austria, europe and i hope you understand me well what i want to tell you. the one and only, the loving god, the father, son and holy spirit, bless you america. and may he bound your wounds and pour on oil and wine and take care for you.

I am ready for War · September 12, 2001 - 11:35 EST #152

To all of you Christians and Bible quoters.... Just remember, the Good Book says Thou shalt not MURDER; not kill. There is a difference. We have seen the murder, and now it is time to speak softly and carry a big stick. God Bless America

A Crazy Canuck · September 12, 2001 - 11:51 EST #153

There is only one thing to be done about all the idiots that have avoided justice for plots, misplots and actions of terror against the free world. Nuke it, Pave it and put up drive in theaters! May they never be brought to trial.

Sheila · September 12, 2001 - 12:02 EST #154

A truly terrible day. We have had our legs knocked out from under us. We have been stung. But it is now time to swat the bee. Hard. Permanently.

anonymous · September 12, 2001 - 12:08 EST #155

I don't want to pray for anybody hurting Americans. Piss on Osama bin Laden! I'm SOOOOOOOO happy we didn't elect Gore President, another wimpy Liberal that would have tucked his tail and run. GO USA! GO REPUBLICANS!

All Hell to Pay · September 12, 2001 - 12:10 EST #156

Bin Laden, you have all HELL to pay.

Gene (Florida) · September 12, 2001 - 12:14 EST #157

uh oh! In the City of God there will be a great thunder, Two brothers torn apart by Chaos, while the fortress endures, the great leader will succumb" , "The third big war will begin when the big city is burning" - Nostradamus 1654

Moogmatt · September 12, 2001 - 12:43 EST #158

First of all, I think it interesting that those who chose to post a message along the lines of "the US deserved this" without fail did so anonymously. Interesting commentary I think. Cowardice begets Cowardice. Yes, the US does have many enemies in the same sense that criminals do not like the police. We are the police force of the world and collateral damage to innocent people abroad is fact of life when our country is put in the position of being the police force/monitors for the world. Think, honestly, what kindof world this would be without US in this position, though. Its easy to see how uneducated, third-world people throughout the world view us in this capacity as "evil" because they think of us as "bullies"...but we have to be, unfortunately. American's are decadent, yes. American's are sometimes arrogant, yes. But when we as a county use force abroad it is invariably in support of CREATING a peace. The ignorant people abroad and on this web page should remember that. A response of this kind by whoever carried it out is simply an act of jealously and anger because they know the spirit and will of America is always vigilant against their hate. If you subcribe to the idea that America deserved this you are as ignorant as those who carried it out. Lets grieve for those lost first then punish those responsible.

Kermit · September 12, 2001 - 12:52 EST #159

I think Silver Cloud nailed it. He or she gave us all the questions AND answers AND prayers that we need. You can tell that Silver Cloud has put alot more thought into this than MOST OF US (which was what? like since YESTERDAY?). If you are like me, you don't think about things until it is too late. (YESTERDAY) Silver Cloud has obviously known we were going wrong and has obviously been watching us for a long time. This may seem like a political or military issue, No government OR psycics can protect us from our lack of SPIRIT. (and YES WE ARE just as messed up as THE SO CALLED ENEMY. this is a world here people and our ONE GREAT CREATOR SPIRIT wants us all here together. That is why we are here. Don't pray AT anybody, just awaken and do the CREATORS work. We should not consider unmaking that wich we did not CREATE. ANY FOOL CAN DESTROY, but what can any of us cowards CREATE? Well, we can create AWARENESS (of what? The POWER INVESTED IN US the power of lesser creation. That is REAL power.) I can see you guys are missing this. Why? Because most of you are blinded by the desire to see only what you rushed to this site to see. O.K. now that we have seen our own REAR ENDS can we pull our head out of there and try a little harder to look at REALITY in the COSMIC sense. AND ALL YOU GOOD GUYS OUT THERE, PLEASE DONT PRAY "AT" ANYONE, BUT DO THE CREATOR SPIRIT'S WORK. THAT IS TRUE PRAYER. PRAY WITH YOUR ACTIONS. YOU LIVE IT. IF YOUR LIFE DOES NOT ALIGN WITH YOUR PRAYERS THEN THEY WILL NOT MANIFEST, CAUSE THEY WILL HAVE NO PLACE TO MANIFEST. IF NOT IN YOUR LIFE WHO'S? YOU YOU YOU AND I I I. LOOK AT YOU AND I! I CALL DOWN LOTS OF BLESSINGS FOR YOU AND I. Now quit saying vane prayers, or threatening to bomb little children all over the world, print out Silver Cloud's song, read it CAREFULLY (with your REAL MIND, not your Brainwashed Foolish Mind) tonight before you go to bed and dream of this world and see it through the GREAT ONE'S eyes. OPEN OPEN, BABY. OPEN THAT DOOR. YOU CAN DO IT. I BELIEVE IN YOU. AMERICA. (America is a Native American word that we borrowed from them mind you. They are the originators of the system we call Democracy and the keepers and practicers of the grace of the GREAT SPIRIT or "GOD", and they abide till the end, our they would have treated US AS FORIEGNERS and never LET US COME HERE WITH OUR TERRORISM.)

TO ALL HELL GUY. · September 12, 2001 - 12:55 EST #160

What, are YOU all hell? How will you be collecting this? Large bills?

Ervin Dávid · September 12, 2001 - 12:56 EST #161

Sadness is around every heart in Hungary. We are praying for all the victims of this horrible crime. God give you strength and faith. Our condolences

anonymous · September 12, 2001 - 12:59 EST #162

Just like the great roman empire fell to the ground , So one day will america

Ray · September 12, 2001 - 13:05 EST #163

Jesus Is Lord. God is in control. Please let a fleeting hour make you realize. There is a plan. Galations 6:16 And those who will walk by this rule, peace and mercy be upon them, and upon the Israel of God. Romans 9 Isaiah 49

anonymous · September 12, 2001 - 13:07 EST #164

what about when america killed thousands in hiroshima and nagasaki. This country is getting its share of punishment from god. Just like americans called the pilots who dropped those bombs heroes, so do the arabs call these guys heroes. America as a country has commited terrible act worldwide. Now just like the bible says "it's time to pay"

Mike Wright · September 12, 2001 - 13:10 EST #165

Find the bastards responsable for this, and fly a 747 straight up their butt, in fact, i'll pilot the plane myself! Arab idiots. You awoke the sleeping giant, now you better run.

Hey MoogMatt! · September 12, 2001 - 14:26 EST #166

Big shot with the HOTMAIL address. HEY NOW! This is a govt. of the people, and I can FESS IF I WANT TO, ESPECIALY WITH YOU OVER THERE POLISHING THE TRUTH. HOTMAIL = FEAR, OR NO BUDGET! That's like using a P.O. box. as a hate mail return. You are right about just one thing. We don't DESERVE anything. We NEED. We need LOVE. -NO, REAL LOVE.- We as a whole (SO CALLED AMERICANS) are jerks and arrogant diplomats. You admitted it! The whole world has a place in world government, trade, and law structure. No one is to small or "primative" or poor to participate. Any govt. that thinks that way is ARROGANT and will destroy ITSELF through screwing up relations with other countries and it's own people FROM THE GET-GO. Capiche? Now, Bad boy, I AM AFRAID of you, (or what might get into you, but Courage is not the absence of fear. Courage is the Mastery Over Fear.) and still I am giving you my real E-mail, because I FEAR THAT WE MAY HAVE SCREWED UP LONG AGO. Like he said in that movie Police Academy, "Hmm! You wanna fight. Hmm! Fight me!" We are not policing the world for their "own good" Why do you think we got so big? "Twelve for me and One for you" "While we are helping that country over there, why don't we just take the liberty of...." "Do you know how often people get screwed by someone who is supposed to be "helping" them? America somehow turned CAPITALIST since it was founded, and since then this country won't help anyone unless it is PROFITABLE. I don't know who has their hand up your backside. But I AM "AMERICA", and a TRUE PATRIOT and RED NATIVE AMERICAN, and my people taught their INVADERS the word "AMERICA" tought them "DEMOCRACY (which has been changed and revised for the worst), taught them to eat, survive, etc. Only to be murdered with ARTILLERY.(nice advantage) That is the first charge for SELF ACCLAIMED "AMERICANS" to bear. (and their own scriptures say that they "the sons of sons" WILL bear them ABSOLUTELY. So you fight or GO AWAY, and quit trying to conceal the ugliness. NO THIS IS NOT THE PROMISED LAND, THIS IS TURTLE ISLAND. AND YOU MAY BE JUST LIKE THE PEOPLE WHO'S CHILDREN YOU WILL BOMB. Try to realy think about it, if you can remember that far back instead of immediately beginning to spew off about what you want to see instead of what WE NEED.

Alaskan Eskimo dpc · September 12, 2001 - 14:43 EST #167

Public airplanes need to be designed that noone can go to the cockpit or the cockpit to the passengers. Let it be completely sealed off. It's come to that right? Public safety measures after WTC attack need to be implemented. As for America, aside from Church and State, we need to implement curriculum in schools teaching our children between right and wrong, good & bad, just and unjust, consequences, life & death. Our kids need to be taught pro-social attitudes.

Damn all religious zealots! · September 12, 2001 - 14:43 EST #168

The amount of ignorance in the world is astounding. Even the amount of ignorance in this comment page is bad enough. The United States, steered by big corporations and powerful lobby groups and both fundamentalized jews & christians, tries to control and manipulate the world politically and economically. Who would have thought that their machinations in countries with fundamentalist followers of islam would yield bitterness and hate? Extremists have reacted by using horrible terrorist tactics. Make no mistake, this act of terrorism is a reaction to events that have previously unfolded. Now the US and the rest of the world have to deal with the consequences and grieve. As long as the secular world can reason with each other peace can and will be a possibility. Bible thumping zealots and crazed jihad terrorists accomplish nothing but warring and killing over whose god or culture is better. I dont see anywhere in history where hoards of athiests were running around raping and pillaging... Thousands of people senslessly died this week because of extremist's radical beliefs conflicting with those perceived to be held and exercised by Americans and their government. If one thing is to be learned from this, it is to respect people's beliefs and culture and to practise religious tolerance. Your god and way of life are not the only ones that exist in this world, and you should and have to be aware of that. PS Kermit 'America' is not a Native word. Amerigo Vespucci, an Italian explorer for whom both western continents are named, expored the coast for Spain in 1499.

From Belgium ... · September 12, 2001 - 15:10 EST #169

We are so sorry. This has been a terrible tragedy! Our Hearts go out to everyone. DanySoft from Belgium

steven · September 12, 2001 - 15:17 EST #170

I am 18 and I live in Belgium, Neerpelt. In Belgium, people are closely following the tragedy happend in NYC. We where shocked when we saw this cowardly act of violence. My thoughts are with the relatives of all people that are missing or have died in the WTC. Be strong and keep faith in democracy. (no need for War though!)

anonymous · September 12, 2001 - 15:27 EST #171

It's time to show these RAG HEADS, why are fathers and grandfathers fought and died for this land. It's time to show them what american pride is about

graffiti roman · September 12, 2001 - 15:29 EST #172

damn all religious zealots? your history knowledge is super! this little man from france - napoleon - was a muslim, i guess and the impotent fuhrer schickelgruber from braunau and his nazi-crew where jewish fanatics and lenin and his friend stalin where methodists, i heard, meeting every morning for prayersbreakfast at the kremlin thanks god i'm an atheist!!!

British Military Guy · September 12, 2001 - 15:39 EST #173

Managed to phone my family this mornin in NJ and glad to here that they are all ok (wot a relief).I know people are shocked and America and its people want to seek retribution by way of Military action. This I can understand and fully support.It also seems that our leaders in the UK will fully support any action America takes and once again I support this action. I may even become involved myself if events dictate that the UK should help America in any Military action May i now upset some American people (even my relatives who are green card holders).Britain has been subjected to terrorist attacks for the past 30 years by members of the I.R.A.and the thing that pisses me off the I.R.A received funding from NORAID and the American government knew about this and did nothing about it. That funding allowed the Irish terrorists to bomb mame and kill innocent men, women and children. America who is supposed to be our best friend in the world community allowed this to happen.Before anyone replies to this and tries to say that "Britain is an occupying force in a foreign land" Remember that the MAJORITY of people in Northern Ireland consider themselves British it is the MINORITY that consider themselves Irish nad want to kick Britain out of Northern Ireland. I guess what I am trying to say is that If Britain fully supports America in taking military action against the persons who commited these atrocities,will America then stop the funding to the Irish terrorists who kill our people. Lets hope the answer to both my questions is Yes and all the countries of the freeworld will unite to cleanse the world of this evil that calls itself terrorism.Rule Brittania, God bless America and the freeworld. Feel free to e-mail me with your comments

An American · September 12, 2001 - 15:40 EST #174

It's time to wake up, God is talking, forgive us all.

moogmatt · September 12, 2001 - 15:47 EST #175

If anyone can figure out what the idiot from the "Hey Moogmatt!!" message at 14:26 on Sept 12 is saying, let me know...(whew..what a psycho!)

A Vet · September 12, 2001 - 15:48 EST #176

Give Afganistan 24 hours to hand over bin laden. If they don't, start the bombing of all camps, military targets, and political head quarters. Then turn on Irag, Syria, Lybia, and all the other hate nations.

Pater Mohammed uit Brussel · September 12, 2001 - 15:54 EST #177

Bible thumping zealots and crazed jihad terrorists accomplish nothing but warring and killing over whose god or culture is better. I dont see anywhere in history where hoards of athiests were running around raping and pillaging... Thousands of people senslessly died this week because of extremist's radical beliefs conflicting with those perceived to be held and exercised by Americans and their government. Thanks God ;-) I'm an atheist!

mymakX · September 12, 2001 - 16:00 EST #178

i want bloody revenge...i wish to see their babies burn

Duke Nukem · September 12, 2001 - 16:03 EST #179

I think we should all stop spewing racism. Racisim begets racisim. Terrorists come in all races and religions. We should not discriminate. I also think that we should use extra caution when we strike at targets in densely populated areas. We should only use high precision "laser guided" nuclear weapons to minimize collateral damage to the civilian population around the targets. Anything less would be uncivilized.

Quebec Canada · September 12, 2001 - 16:05 EST #180

I just wish I could help!!!!!!! It's so hard to beleive some people are stupid enough to kill innocent people by the thousands to defend their ideas.For the first time in my life I think I would be able to kill someone with such point of view. Let's hope I can chase these ideas from my mind ...

graffiti roman · September 12, 2001 - 16:07 EST #181

and again: "if any one strikes you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also" this is our christian confession. and if you feel this is radical, i can tell you, it is the greatest radicalism since the begin of the world. and i know HE comes back someday to finish it. maranatha

jhon · September 12, 2001 - 16:09 EST #182

john from nz i think we should go to a war with th bastards

Democracy everywhere · September 12, 2001 - 16:09 EST #183

There are anough Americans
20,000 more or less, who cares...
It's less than 0.01 % of the American population.
Next week: freedom statue (ballistic) and Fort Knox (nuclear). 2001/10/30 : nice virus, thanks, Halloween... We will hurt you till you surrender.

A true Texan · September 12, 2001 - 16:10 EST #184

It's time to get back to the basics. Texas people know how it is when it comes to fighting. Texans don't back down in the midst of hardship. They dont't give up without a fight. The United states government needs to have the same mindset. If somebody sends one of your's to the hospital, send one of their's to the morgue. It's time we take a stand and fight back. None of this political bull about it not being right to take another life. They messed with the best, now they need to die like the rest!! President Bush (a supposed true texan) needs to get some balls and tell it like it is.

Democracy everywhere · September 12, 2001 - 16:14 EST #185

It's 2001/10/31, sorry :-)

Damn all religious zealots! · September 12, 2001 - 16:18 EST #186

attn: graffiti roman Ignorance is bliss. Napolean's expansionalistic endeavors were sociopolitical and ambition driven. Many of his social reforms exist today both in Europe and in the US. Hitler's regime capitalized on social resentment of 'outsiders' and persecuted Jews as a result. It was cultural genocide not religious. Jewish people are a culture that share political and religious roots. Christianity is shared by separate cultures and practiced differently among them. Thats why christians cannot become 'Jewish', but can practice Judaism. The communist ideas subscribed to by Lenin and his successors believed that religion was unecessary for the common good of society. They believed society should embrace (then) new and radical social concepts. This led to the subsequent political persecution of those who did not hold to the communist ides. Note: It was political persecution. You may be aware of events in history, but you do not understand them.

Democracy everywhere · September 12, 2001 - 16:19 EST #187

Most of the victims will have a 50% discount for the cremation (half the work is already done :-))))

graffitiroman · September 12, 2001 - 16:22 EST #188

Damn all religious zealots! and they were atheists so what?

watching the world · September 12, 2001 - 16:23 EST #189

ohhhh - you gonna take that?

reading all those comments · September 12, 2001 - 16:29 EST #190

i know now why there will be no peace as long as humans live on this planet

Democracy everywhere · September 12, 2001 - 16:30 EST #191

First we take Manhatten and then we'll take New York Leonard Cohen

Damn all religious zealots! · September 12, 2001 - 16:51 EST #192

attn: graffiti roman Their actions were not motivated by their lack of religious beliefs. Keep going to high school

What has this world come to · September 12, 2001 - 17:01 EST #193

I never thought that I would live to see the day that our great country's saftey would be threated by an hanus act of stupidity. We shall find those responisble for this and punish them to the fullest extent. Our Country is being kicked around and treated like a piece of crap. We help hundreds and hundreds of countrys with money and food and a whole lot of other stuff and this is our thanks. And what is even more messed up is that the Palestanians are from the land of our Lord Jesus Christ and Savior. That the one who gave us all live. That even shows that those born and raised in the holy land can be evil and have no respect for the laws of God. May the lord punish those we did this to our country and may he bless those familys who have been torn apart doing this terrible time. God Bless America

w.mayer · September 12, 2001 - 17:15 EST #194

gott gebe dem amerikanischen volk die kraft und g.bush den geist in dieser schweren zeit das richtige zu tun

Human Being · September 12, 2001 - 17:29 EST #195

:( FIRST OF ALL MY HEART GOES OUT TO ALL THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF THE INNOCENT PEOPLE WHO LOST THEIR LIVES BY GOING ABOUT THEIR BUSINESS EITHER BY WORKING WITH A SMILE TO EARN THAT DOLLAR, EATING BREAKFAST, CHATTING WITH FRIENDS OR FAMILIES, AND ENJOYING LIFE. I hope friends and families recover well and continue on with life, because life is so precious. I also hope this evil is stopped soon too. Like they said, this isn't an attack on the United States, but an attack on humans of all races and their freedom. If we keep calling ourselves Americans--really humans--they (terrorists, extremists) will continue to attack us and our government. I'm not against the government. They protect us and take care of us, but I'm tired of hearing "God Bless America". I think it's sounds selfish and Stuck Up!!! It sounds like we're the elite country of the world. Let's just be humble and unite together. Many races and religions were in that building, I know America is like that--with all the diversity--but so are many other countries on EARTH. I'm all for the United States talking with all it's Allies to join forces against this Un-human act. But I'm tired of the Patriotic crap, it's so selfish. Here we see all these leaders from other countries lending a hand to the "POWERFUL UNITED STATES" and we still say, "GOD BLESS AMERICA"...we should be saying, "GOD BLESS THE WORLD" We're all the same We all laugh We all cry We all have hearts and at one point, We all die Much love and hugs for all those who lost a loved one.

anonymous · September 12, 2001 - 17:34 EST #196

I am always amazed at the ignorance of some people. Certainly, this is a new type of conflict, one we have never before faced. That requires some serious thought. First, we must be certain of our adversary. We must be able to produce convincing evidence that the person we claim is responsible is indeed responsible. Then we need to notify specific terrorist harboring nations that we intend to take action, not specifying what kind of action. Given the reaction of the Taliban to recent events, I think the threat may be enough. If it is not, we should respond with overwhelming force, not just a few bombs or cruise missles. The effort should be relentless and merciless. Only if the price of harboring people like this becomes too high will this kind of thing stop. There is a risk of a broader war, though, but in that case they are playing on our field, and there wouldn't be much question about the outcome. But, we must respond! The lessons of the 1930s taught us this if nothing else.

Allison · September 12, 2001 - 18:26 EST #197

No more talk of GOD. What more do you need to proove that NO ONE is watching over us. The enforcement and defense of religion causes death. It has been proven time and again.

chetan · September 12, 2001 - 18:42 EST #198

I still cannot believe what has happened is true. it just seams like a movie. i give out my heart to all those who lost their lives. i hope america takes some action very soon.

anonymous · September 12, 2001 - 18:48 EST #199

It's terrible what's happened, those who accomplished this horrible act should pay here on earth. But we have to believe that they will pay the ultimate price on their day of judgment, and that gives me peace. To the families, children, and those still trapped and dying, God give you His peace!!

anti terror · September 12, 2001 - 18:51 EST #200

The only way to save world is .... to kill the bastards. And you have to kill everyone .... man and woman they are all the same, they are proud to die so help them dying.

Joe · September 12, 2001 - 18:53 EST #201

To all the people who think we should not retaliate, because "two wrongs don't make a right". Think of it as your family or friends were killed in that building or killed trying to save them. I don't think you would have the same reaction. NO ONE deserves a kind of attack like this, and shame on you for thinking that. I have friends and family who work in the city (none hurt, thank god) but my heart goes out to the ones who were. America will live on and get those bastards who did this!!!!!!

Spock · September 12, 2001 - 18:53 EST #202

I use the name "Spock" with a bit of humility, but also to impart an aura of level-headedness to those who read this who are also familiar with this fictional character. I am always at a loss when blind hatred rears its ugly head, whether it is from the perpetrators of this terrible act or from those of you who are showing their own narrow-mindedness and bigotry in this forum. I see little difference from either side, as both beget violence against the innocent. If looked at objectively, one can find poor judgement and bad actions on both "our" side and "their" side. Certainly some animosity should be expected for ANY action which one side imposes on another. Is it justified that this animosity should reach the level of terrorist acts against the innocent? I could never condone such action. Terrorism results from fanaticism gone unchecked. It makes no difference whether you are flying planes into buildings, physically acosting people because they look like they "fit" into a particular race or religion, or even the relatively benign act of verbal abuse and/or "hate mongering". You are all contributing to the mindset of terrorism. Make no mistake. I think those involved (directly or in support of) this terrorist act should be dealt with severely. I see no alternative but a heavy and prolonged military action (once we are SURE who is responsible) until those responsible are either dead or no longer able to wage terrorism. BUT - this is ONLY against those who are actually involved with the terrorism; NOT ANYONE who simply happens to belong to same race or religion.

Human Being · September 12, 2001 - 19:27 EST #203

God does not create wars and suffering...people create them...unfortunately God created people to imitate him in doing the right thing. But looks like these monsters are doing the opposite by following other things. But first of all we should care for our own people here in this casualty before we stop this. Not by war and hurting other innocent lives who get in the way but by investigating it thouroughly and finding this monster before it continues destroying. I too, have friends who live in the Bronx and Brooklyn, and one of my girlfriends has family there. I know what it's like. I hope they're all o.k.. I was in SF in 1989. I ran outside and actually kept my balance on the rumbling and waving concrete floor and looked at my house rocking left to right with the others. So dont say i dont know.

Bob · September 12, 2001 - 19:54 EST #204

Working down the block from Wall Street. I can say that it was very scary being anywhere near the Trade Center. Airport security should put special cameras that takes pictures of everyone checking in. It will match up with a database of known suspicious terrorist. It would red flag these people and be sent to the FBI for further action. Or even maybe everyone looking to fly in and around the United States have to go through special screening for flying. Such as getting a drivers license. Steps need to be taken so that we may not fly in fear. Any thoughts?

Danno · September 12, 2001 - 20:12 EST #205

Shoot anyone with a pull-start on top of their head !!

Jenn · September 12, 2001 - 20:22 EST #206

thank you for continuing to share your beautiful images it means so much and your touching message means a lot to me

HighSchooler · September 12, 2001 - 20:44 EST #207

We are wounded but we have not fallen.

Bent · September 12, 2001 - 20:44 EST #208

So please explain... God does not create wars and suffering. Agreed! Of course not. Man created God. Imaginary man made characters can not create much of anything. What does your God do? He must have a great deal of spare time. I would be inspired by one concrete and logical indication of this God. Perhaps now more than ever humans without the integrity to live realistically need a diety to kneel in front of, something intangible to beg help of. It is frightening that the most powerful leader in the free world shares this ingnorance.

Human being · September 12, 2001 - 20:53 EST #209

my god comes from the bible which has been around for a long period of time. Jehovah. Dont tell me you believe in evolution with chimps turning into men. See...now we are drifting from the subject of Peace and comfort and into make believe Gods and reality. I know that we are facing what is real and what needs to be done here in this system of things. But killing and being all patriotic is not the answer. This is a world thing and coming together.

h · September 12, 2001 - 21:10 EST #210