In the aftermath of the horrific event and the unavoidable truth of it, I wish to express my lasting hope in humanity amidst my deepest sorrow. I believe we will discover the gifts however small from this tragedy, and rebirth from carnage. It should make us closer to our neighbors not fear them. We shouldn't give in to paranoia and suspicious reactions to our surroundings. I pray we will not go to war.
Violence only gets violence.
Compassion and patience are called for step back and meditate on the events, stay focused with a strong determination to bind together as one united people, and with love as a force to recon with. I want to thank the tireless work of all our emergency workers, the fire, and police departments and to the New Yorkers who continuously step in to help, tirelessly, selflessly. I am in awe of our Mayor Giuliani and Governor Pataki, our Senators Clinton and Schumer, and so many others who stepped forward as true leaders. We should be forever grateful.