The United States has entered the 21st century as a beacon of freedom, equality and liberty. This nation's history of free-market economics combined with levels of tolerance and progressiveness unprecedented in the world has pushed it forward, when others have faltered. The horrific attacks of September 11th, 2001 shattered the sense of American security. America had been the untouchable force of democracy and capitalism. Formerly, a father to nations: instructing and assisting and a brother to nations: collaborating and interacting.
Now as America moves past 9/11, our traditions as a nati…
