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The Twin Towers Alliance Petition "We, the undersigned, share the belief that nothing could be more inspiring to our people, or disheartening to our enemies, than Twin Towers, at least as tall as before in every respect, soaring above Ground Zero. "We believe that the devastation of September 11, 2001, clouded the picture long after the rubble was cleared away and that a thorough public examination of the rebuilding option is overdue and now required before proceeding on an unalterable course. "We recognize no financial or political roadblocks that cannot be overcome if rebuilding the Towers is the will of the people. And, we see no conflict between stunning Twin Towers and a noble Memorial, which belong together on this site that means so much to us all. "We submit that there is only one way to truly heal the skyline of Manhattan and the heart of America: Rebuild the Twin Towers. Doing anything less would leave a permanent scar on the face of New York and diminish a legendary city." The statement above rings just as true in 2013 as it did in 2006. The thousands of comments that have been left on the petition over the years are just the tip of an iceberg. The question to consider is not will new state-of-the-art Twin Towers be built — which no one knows for sure — but should new Twin Towers be built, on which most of us have always agreed. The finances and politics at the site are in shambles. There is no guarantee that the other two towers will ever be built — giving us not a World Trade Center, but a lasting disgrace. Now, in 2013, the only right course is to establish what it would take to restore the majestic skyline with 21st-century Twin Towers soaring above the Freedom Tower and let the people decide if it is worth it or not — since the public is the primary stakeholder in every sense of the word and few things could matter more to the well-being and direction of our country. If you agree with our efforts and goal, sign the petition. Don't believe the propaganda. It's not true...
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The Freedom tower is absolutely nothing. The Twin Towers made New York City period! The Freedom tower will not heal New York City’s skyline. The attacks stabbed a huge whole in everyones heart which is unable to heal if the Twin Towers can’t be rebuilt. We as Americans need to come back bigger and stronger.
As a child I always admired The Twin Towers. They were the pride and joy of the United States of America but the heart and soul of my fellow New Yorkers and I. I always wanted my dad to take me to see the towers at night. I remember riding the Staten Island Ferry just to watch those beautiful towers beam. The Twin Towers played a significant role in my childhood, my heart was extremely broken on 9/11/01. I would love to see those towers that once graced our NYC skyline standing where they stood 11 1/2 years ago. This One WTC is a epic disgrace to Americans, tourists, 9/11 families and NYC residents. Please Rebuild The Twin Towers.
Thank you very much for creating this petition to rebuild the great Twin Towers. Twenty years ago I was so fortunate to go there, to see its memorable architecture and its million dollar views. They always had a commanding presence, representing the greatness of New York City and the USA. These magnificent buildings MUST be rebuilt to show the world that we are stronger than EVER!
I am touched by your efforts. You are doing a wonderful job of keeping the memory of the Towers and more importantly those we lost on that tragic day.
I’m proud to be in America. And I hope the towers are rebuilt.
I love America and the twin towers.
I’m really proud to be a American citizen and I really want a chance to see the twin towers rebuilt in new york. It will respect the American spirit and those who died that day.
I’m a proud New Yorker and I think the twin towers should be built back the way it was.
Re-build Twin Towers looking exactly as they were before the attack!
REBUILD the TWIN TOWERS!!!
The Twin Towers were historic landmarks in the greatest city in the world. New York City isn’t the same without our Two Brothers standing tall and firm. As a memorial to all those lost I strongly believe the Twin Towers should be rebuilt. It shows the world that we’re courageous and we don’t back down. When we fall, we get back up. We don’t send someone else in to take our place (Freedom Tower). We will never get back all the innocent lives lost on that horrible gloomy day but we can honor them by showing them we will not be defeated. New York City is a brave city. Let’s prove it by picking our brothers back up and having them stand tall and proud once again.
I loved the twin towers. Every time I saw them, I would say to my young son, “There are the twin towers,” like a ritual. Those buildings stood for so much; to me, they were New York. Their stark simplicity, power, grace, and unmistakable presence inspired me. I don’t like the new tower they are making. In fact, I am sorry to say I hate it, and I feel like crying every time I see a rendering of what it will look like completed. It is not even discernible among other buildings. Even, if they never rebuild the twin towers, the picture I have of NYC will always include them.
The Twin Towers were the New York skyline, they are the iconic symbols of what makes America. They were taken from us along with many innocent lives. We cannot replace people nor can we replace icons. By rebuilding the Twin Towers we honor those we have lost, as well as honor all the brave men and women defending our freedom, showing the world our resilience in overcoming tragedy with rebirth and renewal. The Twin Towers were taken from us, they would still be here as the New York skyline had 9-11 not happened, as would the thousands of loved ones we lost. It is time and has been time we bring back our Twin Towers, moving on to our future by staying true to our past.
Are you kidding me? Dubai is building the worlds largest building? Yeah…with our US Dollars for middle eastern Oil..With all due respect…we should be building the towers larger and taller than anything else…if an attack comes again it will happen whether it is a 20 story building or 200….rebuild them taLLer and and biGGer than ever before..that will give us all everything we have been missing ever since that horrific day….it will give us our New York back..our beliefs…our everything….Build them again…build them again…build them again.
God Bless all those who have perished…we’ll all be together one day again.
Best Regards,
Casey Thomas R.
I wasn’t born in NY, however, I moved here in November 1993. I have lived in NY and worked here in the financial industry from ’93 to ’01; therefore the iconic World Trade Center was always in my view (as it was, for so many others). How many times I had been in an out of the trade center for interviews, meetings, drinks, shopping, etc. It truly became a staple for everyone. Imagine, if you will for a moment, losing Central Park and then the city officials replacing it with some condominiums and a small pond with a few trees; New Yorkers would be outraged! New Yorkers and fellow Americans deserve to be heard (it is and continues to be a NY staple) and treated with respect and compassion. The Twin Towers should RISE AGAIN and grace the New York skyline, once again!
at least build a second tower with the freedom tower,at least we will have twin’s again.
we need to have our towers back. 1 wtc does absolutely nothing for the skyline and sends a statement that we are willing to compromise for something less ……
Finish One World Trade Center. But Rebuild the Twin towers in the other space. New York isn’t the same without them.
Man I feel so angry and disappointed in seeing the Freedom Tower being built instead of the Twin Towers. I am very very angry about the Freedom Tower. Very angry and upset because New Yorkers could have done better than what they are doing. What kind of a message are trying to send? I wanted the Twin Towers rebuilt. F*** the Freedom Tower.