“What was new was the symbolic force of the targets struck. The attackers did not just physically cause the highest buildings in Manhattan to collapse; they also destroyed an icon in the household imagery of the American nation.”
Quote by Jurgen Habermas
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Jurgen Habermas
German philosopher and sociologist, known for his work in critical theory, communication theory, and political philosophy. His major works include 'The Theory of Communicative Action' and 'Legitimation Crisis'. more