In what way does quindlen think the events of september 11 2001 and similar to the cold war?

Both caused wars and destruction but also united the American people against the common enemy. Irrespective of their differing backgrounds, they stayed united and fought like one individual.

Explanation:

Anna Quindlen wrote in her commentary for "Newsweek" titled "A Quilt of A Country", where she praised the nature of America and her united stance in times of terrorist attacks, especially the attack on the World Trade Center. She lauds the unity of the people when met with an enemy that is common to all. Just like the 9/11 attack and the cold war, the American people were united against the common enemy of the terrorists, irrespective of their various differing ethnic backgrounds or identities. Though America is a huge nation, a home to many nationalities and ethnic races, this never becomes an obstacle or an issue when there comes a common enemy like the terrorist attacks. In their zeal to protect their 'home', everyone stands united and resist the oppressor.

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