CBS Sunday Morning Season 29 Episode 2 9/11 Special Edition: How Things Changed
- September 10, 2006
On the 20th anniversary of the September 11th attacks, CBS Sunday Morning Season 29 Episode 2 presents a special edition exploring how the world has changed since that fateful day. The episode examines the lasting impact of the attacks on American culture, foreign policy, and the way we live our lives.
Correspondent Erin Moriarty reports on the impact of September 11th on New York City and its residents. The episode visits the 9/11 Memorial Museum and speaks with survivors, family members, and first responders about their experiences. Moriarty also examines the aftermath of the attacks, including the United States' military action in Afghanistan and Iraq.
CBS News Foreign Correspondent Holly Williams reports on the impact of 9/11 on the Middle East. Williams discusses the rise of al-Qaeda and the Taliban, as well as the ongoing conflict in Afghanistan. She speaks with experts on Middle Eastern politics to understand how the region has been shaped by the attacks.
The episode includes interviews with prominent politicians, including former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani and former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice. Giuliani discusses his experience during the attacks and the city's response, while Rice reflects on her role in the Bush administration's response to the attacks.
CBS News Correspondent Mark Strassmann reports on the impact of 9/11 on air travel. Strassmann speaks with experts on aviation security and TSA officials about changes made to airport security in the years since the attacks. The episode examines how air travel has evolved, from increased security measures to changes in the way we pack our luggage.
Additionally, the episode includes a segment on how the September 11th attacks have impacted the mental health of Americans. Correspondent Lee Cowan speaks with mental health experts and individuals affected by the attacks to understand how trauma can impact long-term mental health.
Finally, the episode covers how September 11th has affected America's sense of community and national identity. CBS News Correspondent David Begnaud speaks with families who lost loved ones in the attacks, as well as members of the military and first responders. The episode explores how the tragedy of September 11th brought Americans together, and how our sense of national identity has evolved in the years since.
Reflecting on the 20th anniversary of the September 11th attacks, CBS Sunday Morning Season 29 Episode 2 is a poignant reminder of how much our world has changed since that day. From the impact on American culture and foreign policy to the evolution of air travel and mental health, the episode explores the lasting legacy of the attacks and how they continue to shape our lives today.