Wed Sep 11 17:15:51 UTC 2024: ## Nation Remembers 23rd Anniversary of 9/11 Attacks
**New York, NY – September 11, 2024** – The nation paused today to mark the 23rd anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, which claimed the lives of nearly 3,000 people in New York City, Washington D.C., and Pennsylvania.
A solemn ceremony at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum in Lower Manhattan honored the victims, with families and loved ones reading the names of those lost during the tragedy. The ceremony included six moments of silence, marking the times of each plane impact and the collapses of the World Trade Center towers.
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris attended the ceremony, along with former President Donald Trump and other political leaders. Both Biden and Harris released statements prior to the event, emphasizing the importance of remembering the victims, the survivors, and the heroism displayed that day.
The ceremony also served as a reminder of the passing of time, as younger generations who were not alive on 9/11 are now taking on the responsibility of remembering and honoring those lost.
“Twenty-three years is like 23 seconds,” said one attendee, referring to the enduring grief felt by those who lost loved ones. “This place has become my altar,” he continued, “if I come here and I speak his name out loud, and you hear his name, he will never, never disappear.”
In addition to the main ceremony in New York City, other remembrances were held across the region, including Long Island and Jersey City. The events served as a reminder of the widespread impact of the attacks and the enduring spirit of remembrance.
The 9/11 Memorial & Museum remains a powerful symbol of resilience and hope, offering visitors a chance to learn about the tragedy and its lasting effects. The museum also serves as a place for reflection and remembrance for those who lost loved ones on that fateful day.
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