Growing up in a military family and the impact of 9/11

We grew up in a military family, with our father serving in the military for 30 years. Before 9/11, we had a lot of pride and patriotism, but 9/11 was a polarizing moment for our family. It led to healing and dialogue around political beliefs. I credit our family culture for shaping my own ability to engage in political debates and ground my analysis. I work in political education, designing liberatory practices for social justice organizations. I value rigorous ideas and the ability to handle challenges to my beliefs. Our work is different, with me focusing on political education and organizational design.