The world was robbed of the 21st-century Twin Towers most of us always wanted.
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Chicago’s story is one of bold vision and unstoppable drive. These towers are more than buildings; they are a symbol of our city’s spirit and a promise of thousands of new jobs, lasting prosperity, and a skyline we’ll all be proud of. Imagine telling your children you stood with the generation that propelled Chicago forward. The risks are far smaller than the cost of letting another city seize this chance. This moment is about honoring our legacy and securing Chicago’s future. Let’s make history together, and let’s make it Chicago’s.
TTA Note: As noted below the next comment, the signatures on this site undersign a petition that plainly supports rebuilding the Twin Towers at Ground Zero. We believe that is the only way to "truly heal the heart of America.” That will not change. But we occasionally allow comments and links that propose building elsewhere, in recognition of their passionate support for the symbolism of new Twin Towers. We have added a link to the project. Good luck!
TTA NOTE: WE REGRET THAT THE DATABASE MALFUNCTIONED AND WE DID NOT REALIZE THAT IT WAS NOT ACCEPTING SIGNATURES IN BETWEEN THIS ONE AND THE ONE BELOW.