9/11

My name is Amy Przybyla and I am an East Asian Studies concentrator. I have decided to take INTL 1350 because I feel that the majority of my academic focus has been a biased combination of United States and Asian Pacific ideals and policy. While there is a clear importance in the study of world policy and international relations to examine the struggles of power and knowledge I feel that many still fail to gain a more in-depth understanding of different cultures and traditions. I feel that this ignorance in turn can not only emerge as the root of many conflicts but also continue to be the lingering factor that further complicates global understanding and security.
As to my immediate response to Professor Der Derian’s question “Should we forget 911?” I feel that we should absolutely not forget. For the majority of American citizens this would be impossible, and an injustice to the lives and memories of all of those involved in the tragedy. But more so, this historic date will not only impact the philosophical ideals and mindsets of those who lived during the time period but also the ideals and opinions of those who follow. Furthermore, the post 9/11 global shift in education, policy, and economics trends, etc that has affected the livelihood of each individual and nation at this course in time will continue down a constructive or destructive path depending on the set course taken. How we decide to proceed is of great significance to the success of future generations.
Now reassessing the situation six years after, there has clearly been a major shift in world order and policy, one that needs to be reassessed and reapplied in order to avoid further instability. The question that remains is what is the correct path after 9/11? How can the future generations work together to gain a better sense of understanding, acceptance and security?

Posted by Amy Przybyla on September 18, 2007 01:04 PM | Permalink

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