Staff Reports
China’s state-controlled media outlet, Global Times, decided to add insult to injury on the 22nd anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks by posting a mocking political cartoon on X, formerly known as Twitter. The cartoon was accompanied by the caption, “#US continues to export turmoil 22 years after 9/11.” This tasteless display is just another example of China’s ongoing efforts to belittle and undermine the United States.
Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump took the time to honor the memory of the thousands of Americans who lost their lives on that tragic day. He also expressed his gratitude for the heroic first responders who risked their own lives to save others. It’s a shame that China’s Global Times would use such an important moment to mock our country instead of showing respect.
#GTCartoon: #US continues to export turmoil 22 years after 9/11. @_ValiantPanda_ pic.twitter.com/fHE5AZLldX
— Global Times (@globaltimesnews) September 10, 2023
This isn’t the first time that Global Times has taken a jab at America. Last year, they called us the “laughingstock of democracy,” painting a grim picture of a country that has supposedly lost its way. These attacks are nothing more than propaganda from a country that is threatened by our strong democracy and global influence.
The fact remains that the United States is a beacon of freedom and democracy, despite the challenges we face. Our ability to come together and overcome adversity is what sets us apart from other nations. China can try to mock and belittle us all they want, but it only highlights their own insecurities and weaknesses.
It’s clear that China sees America as a threat to their own power and influence. They will go to great lengths to try and undermine us, but we must stand strong and resilient. On this anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, let us remember the lives lost and the strength of our nation. We will not be deterred by the mocking of a propaganda machine.
