Missouri politicians are quick to condemn the terrorist attacks in New York City and at the Pentagon. Senator Bond says September 11, 2001 will forever be burned into American history as an unprecedented day of horror. He is condemning the attacks. West Central Missouri Congressman Ike Skelton, the ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee, says those responsible for these acts must be brought to justice. Governor Holden condemns the terrorism and says the state has been put on high alert in the event of possible trouble.