Sept. 11
Tenth anniversary coverage of the terrorist attacks.
How My High School History Classes Failed Me
James Loewen, who died recently, helped me understand that history teachers and textbooks can etch myths that stoke patriotism into the minds of students, writes Daniel Osborn.
Remembering 9/11 With Those Who Lost Loved Ones
Eighteen years have passed since the 9/11 terrorist attacks. We ask those who lost loved ones how to tell the story to young people born after that fateful day.
The 'American Taliban' Captured After 9/11 Is Being Released
He was called the "American Taliban." John Walker Lindh is released after serving 17 years in prison for aiding the Taliban after 9/11. Should he have been released?
Veterans Speak Out Against The Militarization Of Sports
Displays of patriotism can be seen all over professional sports. But some veterans feel that flyovers, giant flags and camo uniforms are too much.
Has Terrorism Changed Us?
The fear of another attack is something that has become embedded in our collective consciousness, writes Justin Sinclair, whether we realize it or not.
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15 Years Later And Wondering: Is Getting Used To Terrorism A Good Thing?
After 9/11, two years and 23 suicide attacks in Israel left author Alison Murphy inured to the frequency of terror strikes. Now she wonders, can she get unused to them?
Should I Watch The Videos Of Officer-Involved Shootings Online?
An activist and Black Lives Matter supporter wonders why she’s afraid to watch viral videos of these episodes. A special, off-cycle edition of Heavy Meddle.
Oil For Security? It's Time to Reevaluate America's Alliance With Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia has long been a cornerstone in America’s Middle East strategy. Should it still be?
Trending: #MyMuslimNeighborhood — Patrolling Bigotry, And A Dangerous Idea
GOP presidential candidate Ted Cruz urges stepped up vigilance in so-called "Muslim neighborhoods," and a Twitter hashtag conveying indignation, humor and humanity is born.
The Problem Of Attributing Motive In Politics
Speculating about the malevolent motives of our ideological opponents is increasingly common these days, on both left and right.
Have We Reached A Tipping Point In The Fight Against ISIS?
By embracing global terror, the Islamic State may have rushed into a bigger fight than it can handle.
Vive La Résistance: Defying Terror, One Small Act At A Time
The most immediate way to fight terrorism is to not give into it.
Our Crazy Security State: Good At Secret Searches, Lousy At Real Safety
National security officials offer general, unsubstantiated assurances that they’re keeping us safe without unduly invading our privacy. Does anyone actually believe that?
The Tipping Point: When Conspiracy Theories Become Dangerous
What explains the widespread belief in conspiracy theories? And can it help account for the Boston Marathon suspects’ turn to terrorism? Research in social and cognitive psychology offers some insight.
The Best Cure For Fear? A Little More Trust
After acts of random or senseless violence, our natural instinct is to retreat. But what we really need is to come together.
The War On Terror Has Changed – Now The Rules Should, Too
The law that forms the foundation of the war on terror is almost obsolete, undermining the legal basis of U.S. counterterrorism operations.
9/11 Should Bring Us Together
The anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001 is always painful for victims’ families. But, says Carie Lemack, who lost her mother, it’s also a time to remember our common goals.
Through United Front, Mass. Residents Mark 9/11's 10th Anniversary
On Sunday, residents across the Boston area remembered the 206 Massachusetts 9/11 victims by attending memorial services, bicycling in road races, listening to original music inspired by that day and...
Boston Artists Will Mark The 9/11 Anniversary
Boston artists from all genres will gather Sunday to share works inspired by the events of Sept 11. We preview a couple.
Boston High School Kids Learn About 9/11 — For The First Time
High school sophomores were only 5- or 6-years-old on 9/11. It's part of the (recent) past for them.