Brookings scholars discuss the far-reaching effects of September 11 on American society and the world.
20 years later, how Americans assess the effects of the 9/11 attacks The September 11 attacks and their aftermath have left Americans more fearful at home, more negative about the impact of leaders' decisions over the past two decades, and less willing to deploy ground forces in lengthy combat abroad. Using public opinion polling, William Galston discusses the far-reaching impacts of 9/11 on U.S. society. Read more |
The impact of September 11 on US-Russian relations “The demise of the post-9/11 U.S.-Russian partnership shows that Moscow and Washington have worked together best when they have a clear, limited goal involving similar interests, be it the defeat of Nazi Germany or the defeat of the Taliban 20 years ago,” writes Angela Stent in her assessment of why the U.S.-Russia relationship deteriorated during the two-decade long U.S. military intervention in Afghanistan. Read more |
How 9/11 helped to militarize US law enforcement The United States has spent trillions of dollars fighting terrorist groups and assisting in stabilization efforts in Afghanistan and beyond. What happens to military equipment when troops return home? Rashawn Ray explains how weapons, armored vehicles, and other gear have come to law enforcement agencies and discusses the consequences for police culture and public safety. Read more |
More 9/11 reflections from our experts How 9/11 changed the policy world. On this special edition of the Brookings Cafeteria podcast, six Brookings scholars share their personal experiences of September 11 and remark on how the devastating attacks shaped public policy. What we've learned from 9/11. Yesterday, Brookings hosted a conversation on the critical lessons from 9/11. Panel discussions focused on security and diplomacy, counterterrorism efforts, and America's role in the world. Watch the full event here. For more commentary and analysis on the 20th anniversary of September 11, see the legacy of 9/11 series. |
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