Stetson Miller, a Washington correspondent who grew up in New York, recalls the harrowing day he witnessed the attacks as a child, describing the chaos and fear that unfolded around him. Speaking from Pier 40 in the West Village, Miller paints a vivid picture of the city’s sudden transformation, the sounds of sirens, and the bewildering sight of smoke and debris that scarred his memory. He reflects on how that early trauma shaped his worldview and later career in journalism, offering a personal lens on a national tragedy that still resonates. The interview blends historical detail with intimate recollection, inviting readers to understand the lasting impact of those events on those who lived through them.
Washington Correspondent Stetson Miller was one of the New Yorkers who witnessed the attacks as a child. He shared his story from Pier 40 in New York’s West Village.