25 Years Later, America Still Remembers Sept. 11

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September 11, 2026 ~ Dr. Laura Iavicoli, Chief Medical Officer at NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst, reflects on her experience during the September 11 attacks and how that day forever changed healthcare workers, New York City, and the nation.

September 11, 2026 ~ On the 25th anniversary of the attacks, Andy Arena, Executive Director of the Detroit Crime Commission, examines how America’s security measures have evolved and whether the country is better prepared for modern threats.

September 11, 2026 ~ Congresswoman Debbie Dingell discusses how the Patriot Act and USA FREEDOM Act expanded government surveillance powers after 9/11 and the ongoing debate over balancing security and privacy.

September 11, 2026 ~ Historian Dr. Liette Gidlow explores how America’s image and place in the world have changed since 9/11 and what it means that an entire generation has grown up with no memory of that day.

September 11, 2026 ~ Cybersecurity expert Brent Yax discusses the modern threats facing America, from cyberattacks and artificial intelligence to drones and critical infrastructure vulnerabilities, and how future attacks may differ from 9/11.

DETROIT ~ Twenty-five years after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, Americans continue to honor the nearly 3,000 lives lost and the countless families forever changed by that day. 

For many survivors, first responders and loved ones, Sept. 11 is more than a moment in history; it’s a deeply personal reminder of resilience, sacrifice and a promise to never forget.