Blogs · Commentary For Subscribers Post September 11, Americans Have Gotten Far Too Soft By Kyle S. Reyes September 11, 2017 · 1:47 PM EDT · Updated March 27, 2025 5:07 AM · 2 min read read Advertisement Listen to audio version of this article Members only Subscribe to listen A few months ago, I spoke to a group of high school students about patriotism in America. Just a few minutes into our chat – it hit me. A few months ago, I spoke to a group of high school students about patriotism in America. Just a few minutes into our chat – it hit me.… Advertisement Read Next 5 Great Corn Mazes in Massachusetts To Visit This Fall Valuing Isn’t Validation 5 Great Apple Picking Spots in Massachusetts To Visit This Fall Maura Healey Not Doing Enough To Stop AI Data Center Development