Citizen Writers Fighting Censorship by Helping Americans Understand Issues Affecting the Republic.
In the aftermath of September 11, 2001, New York City became a symbol of American resilience, unity, and patriotism. Over the past two decades, however, the city has undergone significant demographic and ideological changes. Leftist activism, illegal immigration, and a generational turnover have taken a hard bite out of the Big Apple’s core political landscape especially among younger voters.
From a purely tactical standpoint, the September 11th attacks were devastating. But from a psychological warfare perspective, they were almost surgical in their symbolism. Striking America’s tallest towers and its military headquarters was not just about destruction—it was about message.
Only time will tell if Americans will choose exceptionalism over shame. The choices we make over the next two decades will determine if we remain a free and prosperous country, or if we will go the way of Great Britain.
Like many, the remainder of my career would be defined by conflict. For me, it started two weeks later with a deployment to North Africa, then two deployments to Afghanistan.
Bill Binney served four years in the U.S. Army Security Agency during the Vietnam era, but it was in this 5th Generation War fights daily to liberate other prisoners of 5 Gen War.