Museum of Tolerance commemorates 9/11
The Museum of Tolerance (MOT) in Los Angeles and the Simon Wiesenthal Center (SWC) commemorated the 20th anniversary of 9/11 on Sept. 10. The in-person ceremony was held at the MOT’s Memorial Plaza and began with a candle lighting.
Participants included SWC Founder and CEO Rabbi Marvin Hier, SWC Global Social Action Director Rabbi Abraham Cooper, Los Angeles City 5th District Councilmember Paul Koretz, Los Angeles Muslim leader and director of American Muslims for Sustainability Mohamed Khan and first responders representing the Los Angeles police and fire departments, Santa Monica police and fire departments and the Inglewood police department.
“The Museum of Tolerance embodies the imperative to remember and not to forget,” said Museum of Tolerance Director Liebe Geft. “Twenty years after the horrific attacks on the U.S. on 9/11, it is still our solemn obligation to bring to life the history and personal stories of what happened, especially for all the students who visit the museum today, all of whom were born after the event. We remember those who perished, honor the heroism of those who tried to save lives, recognize those who survived and celebrate the resilience of the human spirit that has helped a nation heal and advance, ever vigilant but with hope.”
SWC also released its latest report at the event, titled, “September 11 Conspiracies: 20 Years Later,” cataloging the misinformation and debunked 9/11 conspiracy theories promoted on social media.
A large quilt titled the “Heroes Quilt” were displayed, commemorating the 9/11 fallen rescue workers, alongside artwork, photographs and eyewitness testimonies.
