Wednesday, September 16, 2026
But 25 years later, the challenge for all of us is the same: How do we remember Sept. 11 in a meaningful way, and how do we help those who continue to live with its consequences?
Extracurricular school activities are an important part of the fabric of our communities. For students, participation is about far more than wins and losses or hitting the perfect musical note. These activities offer them opportunities to build confidence, learn discipline, develop teamwork and leadership skills, overcome adversity and form friendships that can last long after graduation.
Whether it’s the war in Iran, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, China’s expansionism or the continuing threat of Islamist terrorism, the United States and the world are faced with crises from multiple directions. This should be a time when nations with common values and interests forge a united front, no matter our policy differences or personality clashes.
Each year, as Sept. 11 approaches, I think back to that day, and how it began so beautifully and uneventfully. I was in Washington, in a car with my chief of staff, Rob O’Connor, heading toward the Capitol. The sky was exceptionally clear — great for flying, I thought. I figured my wife, Rosemary’s, plane would be right on time.
The more you witness the history of our multiple governments, the more you realize how our current government is no longer capable of serving the people who desperately need it. I have no issue with the people from both parties who provide us with services in our counties, towns and villages. But I am saddened by our federal system, which serves only itself.
Technology and artificial intelligence are changing the world around us remarkably fast. The students in our classrooms today are preparing to enter a world that will look very different from the one in which many of us grew up. As educators, we have a responsibility to stay informed and prepare our students to navigate this rapidly changing world with confidence, curiosity and good judgment. At the same time, we must thoughtfully introduce new ideas, approaches and technologies to the learning experience.
Teaching sports management, I find a lot of motivation in working with students who are going to be the future leaders in this growing industry. But have I felt joy? Not really. To see your favorite teams lose year after year — and my teams seemed to lose a lot of painful games — sapped the joy out of being a fan. I’ve always felt like an outsider in the world of fandom, jealous of others around the country whose teams achieved their ultimate goal. We’re New York fans, for God’s sake. We deserved better!
More than 100 people gathered for the 25th 9/11 memorial service in front of the Virginia Avenue Garden of Remembrance. Long Beach City Council Vice President Chris Fiumara announced the city' plans to be the first municipality in the state to officially recognize September 11 as a holiday.
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