Twenty-five years after the September 11th attacks, the memory of the tragic day remains potent, according to observations from author Cindy Adams. Adams described the event as a deeply personal and shocking experience, recounting how she was alerted to the unfolding crisis by a friend on the phone while reading newspapers at home.
She recalled the immediate aftermath in Manhattan, where streets were eerily empty of traffic and filled with the sounds of emergency vehicles. "Nobody out. Nobody walking. Nobody talking. Nobody anywhere," Adams wrote, describing the somber atmosphere.
Dr. Robert Lahita, identified as a significant figure in New Jersey's medical community, operated a continuous lifesaving triage unit for 24 hours. The events prompted Adams to question if the threat had truly ended, a sentiment she expressed with a firm "No. Never."
In addition to her reflections on 9/11, Adams also touched on other New York-centric topics. She noted that artist Roy Lichtenstein's Southampton home, originally listed at $20 million, is now available for $17.95 million. The oceanfront property, acquired by Lichtenstein in 1970, features nearly two acres, five bedrooms, and six bathrooms.
Adams also commented on public understanding of U.S. foreign policy, citing a poll taken at the State Department where 85% of respondents were reportedly confused. The author also shared a lighthearted observation about a New York couple maintaining separate bedrooms, cars, and vacations to preserve their marriage, framing it as a uniquely New York phenomenon.