The terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, took thousands of lives in New York City, Washington, D.C., and Pennsylvania. Although the events themselves have become history, the memories of the innocent victims and families of the horrendous attack and the rebuilding of our nation will be forever imprinted on our minds. I [Secretary of State, Jesse White] am pleased that my office is offering America Remembers License Plates as a way to show your support for the countless lives that were touched by the events of 9/11. By purchasing America Remembers plates you will help aid victims of terrorism and support local governments in providing public safety initiatives intended to prevent future acts of terrorism and other disaster or emergency situations in Illinois.