I can hear you, the rest of the world hears you. And the people who knocked these buildings down will hear all of us soon.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker asserts that Americans and the world are heard, and those responsible for the attacks will soon face consequences.
- In plain terms
- America is heard and those who attacked will face consequences.
- What can you take from it?
- Actions have consequences and voices are heard.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who speaks for the victims?
- How do you respond to terror?
Another view
It assumes immediate global alignment and swift justice.
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