Does the war against terrorism threaten our civil liberties and diminish human rights? Or is it possible that the war on terror will also advance the cause of human rights?

On the tenth anniversary of September 11th, one way to honor those dead is to recognize what they accomplished. Along with the mourning and thanksgiving, there is also much to celebrate on this anniversary. Three successes stand out as particularly important.

Review of Longitudes and Attitudes: Exploring the World After September 11, by Thomas L. Friedman.

Americans can never be entirely safe from the violent acts of evil regimes and individuals. Sept. 11, 2001, ended our holiday from history and looking ahead it does not seem likely to appear on our calendars for many years to come.

What does the Constitution permit the president to do in times of war?

What's the fastest growing minority group in America? It's Asian-Americans.

We can only hope the absence of an al Qaeda attack on American soil during the last two years will not lull us back into our pre-September 11 stupor.

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