Does anyone else find the "9/11" festivities and photo ops as tasteless as I do?

Question

Maybe it's just too early for celebration or what ever "spin word" our government wants to tag on it, but this idea of an "event" just leaves me flat. Is this just another for of fearmongering by the Bush gang?

Before the "rabid right" attacks, my son was there in 2001. So please try to keep the venom in check.

I am surprised they haven't brought Ashcroft in to sing his "Let The Eagle Soar" song.
I really don't like seeing an American tragedy being turned into a carnival.

Answer 1

Hi leadfoot_willie, I fully agree with your line of thinking. It is a pity 9-11 has been commercialised and turned into a festival! It is rather disgusting!

By the way, was your son affected by the incident?

My niece who was pregnant then was directly affected by it. She was on her way to work not far from WTC. Luckily or unluckily, she was stranded in a nearby subway which was shut by then. Poor girl had to walk back home in absence of any transport and she gave birth to a handsome boy on 12 September 2001!

Answer 2

I believe that politicians of both parties are equally tasteless in turning these memorial services into political events. It is not just an issue for the "rabid right", there are politicians from all over the political spectrum getting "face time" at 9/11 events. Unfortunately this tradegy occurred during the prime campaigning period, so we will be forced to endure disingenuous politicians taking advantage of these photo ops for the next few decades.

Answer 3

Regardless of the media and/or government coverage, I would personally reflect on this day and remembering what I was doing and how I was feeling after the tragedy. All the way over on the west coast, it affected Americans profoundly and I don't see a thing wrong with revisiting those emotions. If for no other reason, to remember that politics aside, I am an American and I wept for the victims of terrorists who live to die for an insane cause.

Answer 4

I don't know why it bothers me too, but it does. Either because, as you say, it is tasteless or it is just TOO SOON. Of course we need to remember the people lost then, but most of us do that everyday. I think what is so bothersome is that this is an opportunity for each network to try to outdo each other to get more market share.

When you say your son was there in 2001, do you mean you lost him then? If so, I am very, very sorry for your loss; this must be especially hard for you.

Take care.

Answer 5

I would not call it a festivity,it is a rememberance of those who lost thier lifes 5 years ago.as for the photo ops blame the media,its the media in a feeding frenzy to obtain ratings and sell newspapers by taking advantage of our nations grief,

Answer 6

I certainly wouldn't call it a "celebration". I's be more inclined to call it a day of remembrance than anything. If someone is referring to it as a celebration, I agree with you. That's just a little too much....and way too soon!

I do, however, think that events surrounding this day are perfectly appropriate in the spirit of remembering those who died.

Answer 7

The Republicans have been exploiting the 9/11 attacks for nearly 5 years, I would be SHOCKED if they stopped on the 5 year anniversary.

Answer 8

No venom here. I'm sorry you lost your son.

Please consider though 9/11 was one day, while other countries like Lebanon endured bombardment and death for a month ... America is actually lucky. I don't see the celabrations, I see self pity that should be "anger" until all those responsible are brought to Justice. Bush needs to get off his butt and get this matter resolved.

Answer 9

They've been exploiting the 9/11 drama since day 1. Controlled demolition anyone?

Answer 10

I would not call remembrances "festivities." Some people cry at funerals. others remember the good things about the one who died. Letting the terrorists keep us from the latter is wrong. I pray that healing will come to your heart and you can remember the good things.