On the 23rd anniversary of the September 11 attacks, Kamala Harris controversially stated that the January 6 Capitol protests represented the worst attack on American democracy since the Civil War, a claim met with backlash given the historical significance of 9/11. The attacks, executed by al-Qaeda, resulted in the deaths of 2,977 individuals and forever altered the nation's landscape, as highlighted by a recent USA TODAY/Suffolk University poll. Michael Scheuer, a former CIA official, emphasized that U.S. foreign policy has contributed to the grievances that led to such terror acts, noting the ongoing support for oppressive regimes in the Middle East. Meanwhile, communities like Springfield in Clark County are grappling with the challenges posed by an influx of Haitian migrants. The remembrance of 9/11 serves as a poignant reminder of the lives lost and the lasting impact on American society, evidenced by memorials and tributes honoring the victims. As the nation reflects on these events, the conversations around terrorism, foreign policy, and immigration remain critical.