<span>After 9/11 the law enforcement apparatus of the U.S. began operating at a heightened level of alert. Media coverage of the events of 9/11 and those deemed responsible garnered a wave of xenophobia and prejudice against peoples of middle eastern descent in the U.S. As an immigrant, Zeitoun was an unfortunate victim trapped between the changing practices and mentalities of a pre and post 9/11 America.</span>
Nice to hear that, good luck for your school dance team!
Actions speak louder than words means talking about something isn't going to make it better, you should take action so it helps solve the problem. I wouldn't say it talks about proving anything wrong based on the definition.
