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Canadian Town Defends Inviting US Ambassador to 9/11 Event
The town of Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador, has defended its decision to invite U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra to a September 11 commemoration ceremony. The invitation has drawn scrutiny, but town officials have stated their intention was to honor the victims and acknowledge the U.S. role in the events of 9/11. The commemoration is a significant event for the town, which played a role in assisting stranded passengers after the attacks.
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- Centre (2): Global News (Canada), Toronto Star