A few weeks ago, I spent some time with an elderly man who lost two sons in the 9/11 attack. The man called the boys his "best friends" and even though the murders took place six years ago, the wounds he carried were fresh. I felt deeply sorry for this man but could only offer solace.
Thousands of Americans have been incredibly affected by the al-Qaeda attack, and now they must listen as stupid show business people like Rosie O'Donnell and Mos Def deny the attacks were even carried out by terrorists. Instead, these misguided people spout nonsensical conspiracy theories and other anti-American sentiments.
Almost tragically, the United States has become a divided nation—primarily over Iraq. But let's not lose our heads here. All of us face a monumental danger from jihadists of all stripes who want to kill Americans.
How best to defend ourselves should be the primary focus of the next election. We need honest leaders who understand the danger in this world and have a well defined plan to deal with the hatred against us.
The pain of what happened on 9/11 should be kept alive, and Americans of good will should accept dissent, but not denial, in the war on terror. To casually dismiss the far-left forces in this country who believe the terrorists either do not exist (Mos Def) or have a legitimate point (MoveOn.org) is foolish. These people must be confronted and marginalized because they put us all in danger.
In the months to come, the Factor will begin calling out individuals who are so misguided that they are assisting the enemy. Freedom of speech applies to everyone, but folks who use their freedom irresponsibly will be analyzed and scrutinized.
Unfortunately, most in the mainstream media sympathize with the anti-American sentiment and provide cover for it. But we are willing to go at this alone. Every time I talk with someone who lost a loved six years ago on this day, I am convinced that evil and those who enable it must be held accountable.
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