The September 11 attacks justified military intervention from "summary" of A People's History of the United States by Howard Zinn
The September 11 attacks left a deep scar on the American psyche, shaking the nation to its core. The images of the Twin Towers collapsing, the Pentagon in flames, and the wreckage of Flight 93 in a Pennsylvania field were seared into the collective memory of the American people. The shock and horror of that day were palpable, as the country grappled with the enormity of the tragedy that had unfolded before their eyes. In the aftermath of the attacks, there was a widespread sense of fear and anger that swept across the nation. The desire for justice and retribution was strong, as Americans sought to hold those responsible for the attacks accountable for their heinous actions. The idea of military intervention as a response to the attacks gained traction, with many arguing that the use of force was necessary to prevent future acts of terrorism and protect the security of the nation. The Bush administration seized on the anger and fear that permeated the country in the wake of the attacks to justify military intervention in Afghanistan and later Iraq. The invasion of Afghanistan was framed as a necessary response to the attacks, as the Taliban regime was accused of harboring the terrorists responsible for 9/11. The invasio...
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