![It [9/11 event] was aimed at symbols: the World Trade Center, the heart of American capitalism, and the Pentagon, the headquarters of the American military establishment. But it was not meant to be argued with. It wasn't part of any negotiation. No message was intended with it. It spoke for itself, which is unusual.](/assets/img/quote-photos/it-911-event-was-aimed-at-symbols-the-world-trade-center-the-heart-of-americ.jpg)
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