Contemplating on Post-9/11
September 7, 2011This morning I opened by FB and found another interesting question to think about. I decided to answer through my posting here.
The posting was made by Hanum Salsabiela Rais (@hanumrais)through her tweet:
“Hanum Salsabiela Rs wrote: Do you think the US actions after 9/11 make the world a safer place? Share your thoughts:)”
That’s a good question. But what started with absolute hatred towards religious groups through extreme shock and victimizing in US had to go through a revolution of the understanding of people. It would take more than one presidential term to generate genuine understanding in the minds of people, and diminishing racism. Military actions were a help in some ways.. What we all learn from all this is to build a better sense of awareness towards things and cultures around us, and urging us to understand thoroughly before judging others. Intellectually, us, the people moved towards a more positive state. Fear or paranoia can only be treated by giving understanding. And, as I learn, also Indonesia is taking a great role in educating the western society about the moderate Islam, as a part of public diplomacy.
What do you think? Feel free to share your opinion or point of view 
