Eleven years ago today, almost 3,000 people were murdered. One was my friend and Utica College classmate Margaret Echtermann. She was likable, smart and a lot of fun.  She was enjoying success in her career and personal life when it abruptly ended.

We recently caught and punished the ringleader. But that won’t bring back Margaret or any of the others. So we must always remember our loss and remain vigilant.