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Allen Klein

Any attempts at humor immediately after September 11th were deemed tasteless.

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Right after the events of September 11th, people considered jokes or funny comments inappropriate because of the tragedy's seriousness. This reaction shows how sensitive and respectful society was toward the pain and loss experienced at that time.

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