On his tour through the US, Czech president Václav Havel met with former New York mayor Rudy Guiliani. One of the things he said that he thinks new skyscrapers should be built on the site of the WTC in lower Manhattan. He said skyscrapers are an integral part of New York.

I agree. It's time New York got back the crown of having the tallest building in the world. What better testament to American strength, resolve and ingenuity than putting something bigger, taller and better in the place of what the barbarians tore down? It will be on all New York postcards in the future, sending the message radiating forth into the farthest corners of the world that America is thumbing her nose at those who tried to destroy her. Build. Not a sentimental, maudlin memorial, but the most majestic building complex in the world.

In other Havel-related news, Matt Welch has some great stuff here, here and here. Also be sure to read the comments on these posts.