Amata’s Statement Remembering September 11th 22 Years Later

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata released the following statement commemorating the lost lives and many heroic actions during the attacks 22 years ago on September 11, 2001.

“The terrible attacks 22 years ago will never be forgotten. Thousands of families hold dear memories of lost loved ones, and countless firefighters, police and responders made brave, sacrificial efforts to save others, including Flight 93, at the World Trade Center towers, and the Pentagon. September 11, 2001, brought our nation together in special unity, love for each other, and dedication to freedom that we should pause and remember.

“Those of us old enough to remember will never forget where we were on that day. I saw the dark smoke rising against the sky from the Pentagon from where I was at the Capitol, then from my car as I passed slowly nearby in the chaos, and still visible many hours later from Alexandria, Virginia.

“Thank you to all our law enforcement, firefighters, and first responders — current and retired — for your service that we depend on. Thank you to who serve and have served in our Armed Forces, including our many Toa o Samoa, and all who serve and help others in unsung ways. God bless American Samoa and the United States.”

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