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For example, a candidate for Congress shared his commitment to legislating for a dedicated investigation that would not only include oversight from Congress but also extend to those affected by the tragedies. The call was clear: there needed to be accountability rooted in truth for the families of the victims.
The Legacy of War and Intervention
The discourse surrounding September 11 naturally flowed into critiques of the ensuing wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. There was a strong emphasis on the perspective that these military actions were driven by ulterior motives, particularly economic interests, rather than the stated goals of promoting democracy or security.