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Title: Controversial 'Ground Zero Mosque' Gets Green Light From NYC Landmarks Commission
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ABC NEWS
URL Source: http://abcnews.go.com/US/controvers ... s-commission/story?id=11312791
Published: Aug 3, 2010
Author: AARON KATERSKY and SARAH NETTER
Post Date: 2010-08-03 12:07:28 by Brian S
Keywords: None
Views: 74146
Comments: 103
The controversial Islamic center proposed to be built near the site of the 9/11 terrorist attacks won a major victory today when a New York City board voted unanimously to allow the demolition of a building to make way for construction. New York landmark commission expected to reject proposal to designate building. The city's Landmarks Preservation Commission's vote rejected the landmarking of a 19th century building with its Italian Renaissance Palazzo style that most recently served as a Burlington Coat Factory. That designation would have prevented its demolition and foiled plans to build a 13-story Islamic community center that includes a prayer room. Critics have called the proposed facility a mosque and said construction so close to the site of the World Trade Center where 3,000 people died in an attack by mililtant Muslims was insensitive and an insult. "I've come to the conclusion 45-47 Park Place does not rise to the level of a city landmark," commission Chairman Robert Tierney said today. Commission members were careful to consider only the building's historical significance and not become entrenched in the heated debate over the center's proximity to Ground Zero, a sore spot for many New Yorkers that has also drawn opposition from some politicans and the Anti-Defamation League, a prominent Jewish organization. There were a mix of supporters and opponents in the audience as the commission voted. One woman held signs reading, "Islam builds mosques at the sites of their conquests and victories" and "Don't glorify murders of 3000. No 9/11 victory mosque." Supporters wore buttons bearing the slogan, "pro Israel pro peace." New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg didn't immediately comment on the ruling, but tweeted that he would later speak from the city's Roosevelt Island, which he called the "site of America's 1st religiously tolerant settlement." The commission's vote was one of the first major hurdles for the proposed complex, called the Cordoba Initiative, which has been met with fierce resistance from many to its construction plans. The center, which has been called everything from an insult to a "house of evil" by protestors, has already been through several approvals, including the a community financial district and an advisory board. New Yorkers told ABCNews.com that the idea of a mosque is not the problem, but the Cordoba Initiatve is just too close to the city's most painful scar and has struck many as insensitive and cruel. Robert Engel's office on Church Street, would look right into the proposed center. It's not a prospect he or many of his co-workers are looking forward to, he said. "I don't think they should do it. It's too close," Engel said. "It's a slap in the face." As Debate Rages, Another Nearby Mosque Has Operated Quietly for Years While the Cordoba's plans have become a lightning rod for politicians from Buffalo to Alaska, a blink-and-you'll-miss-it mosque a few blocks away draws worshipers instead of critics. The Web site of the Masjid Manhattan even includes a disclaimer that it is not affiliated with the Cordoba plans. "Please be advised that we are by no means affiliated with any other organization trying to build anything new in the area of downtown Manhattan." "Our members are city, state and federal employees, as well as professional employees of the financial area who come to our Masjid to perform their daily prayers," the statement continued. "Masjid Manhattan and its members condemn any type of terrorist acts." For more than an hour Monday, men wearing everything from neatly pressed suits and corporate ID cards to jeans and T-shirts came to pray at Masjid Manhattan. Three women also quietly made their way in, slipping silently into the women's section separated by two thick curtains. The mosque has operated in the neighborhood for years, moving in 2008 to its cramped basement space after their previous building was sold in 2008 and they were forced out. Engel, 36, also said that he's never had any problem with Masjid Manhattan, often passing worshippers on his way to eat in the restaurant above their prayer space.
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#53. To: war (#48)
No it doesn't. It forbitd CONGRESS. CONGRESS shall make no law... Not talking about the states. There should be no mosques in America.
Ahh, now don't go introducing FACTS into the debate... The gubermint shills do NOT like that... LOL.
We've got more Jews than in the Jewish State of Israel. What harm can a few Mosques do?
"Lets [sic] rent a room." ~ Jethro Tull to Rotara
It would just be better if they weren't around. Then all the muslims would leave because they would have no place to worship.
Okay, I forgot to remind you that you're an idiot.
"Lets [sic] rent a room." ~ Jethro Tull to Rotara
I'll say, that outfit you're wearing is rented.
Ethel, are you out of your mind?
No, but you are.
"Lets [sic] rent a room." ~ Jethro Tull to Rotara
I think I'll call you aka loser, since you address me that way, Goldi Jr.
"Lets [sic] rent a room." ~ Jethro Tull to Rotara
Now, don't make fun of us doughboys.
This story has a link to a google map of the area, and it does look like the "mosque" is two blocks from the WTC. This morning the Landmarks Preservation Commission is expected to deny protected status to the 152-year-old building at 45-51 Park Place that would be demolished to make way for a 500-seat performing arts center & lecture hall, culinary school, exhibition space, swimming pool, fitness gym, basketball court, restaurant, library, art studios and childcare. Oh, and also a "prayer space," commonly referred to as the Ground Zero mosque by critics who don't know how to read a map.
Would you have ever thought such a thing as that on 9/11 fred, while watching men and women jumping to their deaths from the towers....? I wonder if you could be as cruel and insensitive if one of these helpless people had been a loved one....A g-damn ISLAMIC mosque built on the site where thousands perished right before our eyes???? Whether our founders worshiped God or not, or even believed in Him, this nation was built upon Christian Values, not ISLAM, not Buddah, nor some fking witches coven....and you think nothing of allowing ISLAM a foothold in YOUR country, desecrating our most cherished and hallow grounds? The worst part of how you think fred is, you don't care enough, right or wrong, to even choose a side, it's apathy and indiffernce that's destroying this nation....we've forgotten the bonds that once held us together~ jmho~ 'Ground Zero Mosque' Gets Green Light": Because there wern't enough couragious Americans left in this country with backbones and the guts to stop it!! This has got to be a most horrific heartbreak to the families, the knife they got in the back from their own government, with Bloomberg leading the way.... I'm sorry fred, I didn't mean to rant...the anger I felt then is just as fresh today as then, but it's the helplessness I feel that is the worst feeling...those who may have been responsible breeding like roaches in this country...a country they claim they hate, but will take over if they get the chance...it's no different than Mexico, they're all out to change us...and I can't stop them!
We've got more Jews than in the Jewish State of Israel. So what? What does that have to do with Muslims? We also have more buffalo and quarter horses than Israel. What harm can a few Mosques do? Ask any soldier or Marine that has been to the middle east. They are,in effect,tactical operation centers for the Islamic Jihad. Not to mention sanctuaries for jihadists hiding from the authorities AND political propaganda centers. There is no other religion that mixes religion,armed aggression,and politics in such a public manner as Islam. Hell,those things are the foundations of the religion.
"I adore John McCain, support him 100 percent and will do everything I can to support his reelection. As everyone knows, I was honored and proud to run with him. And Todd and I were with him in D.C. just a week ago." (Sarah Palin,Dec 2009) ************************************ DID Palin say or write these things or not? (Me) I don't know or F ing care. (Mad Dog posted on 2009-12-26 16:36:33 ET,post # 105 http://libertysflame.com/cgi-bin/readart.cgi?ArtNum=5510&Disp=114#C114)
The EXISTING mosque is two blocks from the WTC,but the proposed NEW mosque is supposed to be built on the site of the WTC buildings. It will be a huge mega-mosque,and as much a international statement as to the power and influence of Islam as a religious center. In other words,they are wanting to rub our noses in it,and it seems like they are going to be able to do this because they bribed the right people.
"I adore John McCain, support him 100 percent and will do everything I can to support his reelection. As everyone knows, I was honored and proud to run with him. And Todd and I were with him in D.C. just a week ago." (Sarah Palin,Dec 2009) ************************************ DID Palin say or write these things or not? (Me) I don't know or F ing care. (Mad Dog posted on 2009-12-26 16:36:33 ET,post # 105 http://libertysflame.com/cgi-bin/readart.cgi?ArtNum=5510&Disp=114#C114)
I have a idea. How about we tell these goobers they have permission to build a Mosque there when WE get permission to build churches and synagogues in Mecca? This has got to be a most horrific heartbreak to the families, the knife they got in the back from their own government, with Bloomberg leading the way... You touch on the real root of the problem,there. Bloomberg may be the mayor of NYC,but in his heart and mind he isn't an American. He is a internationalist. A "citizen of the world". His prime interest is making deals and making money,and sovereign nations get in his way. Like the others with the insulation that great wealth provides,he doesn't think any of the negative results of the things he does will ever apply to him and his family. He thinks the world government will be able to control the Muslims,and he may even be right. Don't forget that King Abdullah has Jewish business partners,and this is the dude in charge of Mecca.
"I adore John McCain, support him 100 percent and will do everything I can to support his reelection. As everyone knows, I was honored and proud to run with him. And Todd and I were with him in D.C. just a week ago." (Sarah Palin,Dec 2009) ************************************ DID Palin say or write these things or not? (Me) I don't know or F ing care. (Mad Dog posted on 2009-12-26 16:36:33 ET,post # 105 http://libertysflame.com/cgi-bin/readart.cgi?ArtNum=5510&Disp=114#C114)
Didn't finish my thought. Sorry. What I mean to include is that King Abdullah is as much a fascist internationalist as Bloomberg is,and he and his whole set may well see fundamental Islam as a tool that can be used to destabilize western governments in order to convince western citizens to accept a one-world government that can get fundamental Islam under control.
"I adore John McCain, support him 100 percent and will do everything I can to support his reelection. As everyone knows, I was honored and proud to run with him. And Todd and I were with him in D.C. just a week ago." (Sarah Palin,Dec 2009) ************************************ DID Palin say or write these things or not? (Me) I don't know or F ing care. (Mad Dog posted on 2009-12-26 16:36:33 ET,post # 105 http://libertysflame.com/cgi-bin/readart.cgi?ArtNum=5510&Disp=114#C114)
In other words,they are wanting to rub our noses in it,and it seems like they are going to be able to do this because they bribed the right people. WHAT?? Everyone knows the NYC mega-Mosque will be the Center of Peace and Love on Earth, New York City, and the Universe. "Allah Saves Souls." Just as it's always been... P.S. - KA-BOOOOM!!
The Centaur should talk.
Did Freddy actually seriously ask that question? Wow. "...those who may have been responsible breeding like roaches in this country...a country they claim they hate, but will take over if they get the chance...it's no different than Mexico, they're all out to change us..." Exactamundo.
NY State Constitution: The free exercise and enjoyment of religious profession and worship, without discrimination or preference, shall forever be allowed in this state to all humankind; and no person shall be rendered incompetent to be a witness on account of his or her opinions on matters of religious belief; but the liberty of conscience hereby secured shall not be so construed as to excuse acts of licentiousness, or justify practices inconsistent with the peace or safety of this state. That said: Does East Bumblebee Ohio have the power to close down your religious shack?
BINGO. The guy is no real "American." Bloomberg (as an "Elite amongst Elites") thinks he's immune and inoculated somehow. He and his family would be one of the very first eliminated by Islam when they take over NYC.
Liar. He was born here.
Can you do us a favor an cut & paste the Tenets of Common Sense? Thanks.
You're not a "real American" either. I don't care what your birth cert says. You're an Internationalist/Globalist.
Bloomberg (as an "Elite amongst Elites") Hilarious. You get to decide who's a real American and then call someone an elitist in the next sentence. Idiot.
Were you ever in the music or song writing business? ... e_type_jagoff to Mudboy lol
"The free exercise and enjoyment of religious profession and worship...with the peace or safety of this state."
It's a mental condition
Were you ever in the music or song writing business? ... e_type_jagoff to Mudboy lol
Yes. Now march yourself off into a Mosque along with dwarf and pray towards Mecca that Allah smites the Infidel by bomb, plane, or dull knife.
If you ***think*** religion had anything to do with that act you're admitting to being brainwashed...
That is not true. We don't even know if he is 35 yet. You would need a birth certificate to prove that. That must be your religion.
That isn't the first amendment. My point holds.
You can't possibly be that fucking stupid. Religion and ignorance (I know I am repeating myself) had EVERYTHING to do with the motives of the actors. Granted,greed and power were the motives of the sheepherders that sent the sheep out to die,but greed and power are two of the cornerstones of all religions. Ignorance and superstition are the other two.
"I adore John McCain, support him 100 percent and will do everything I can to support his reelection. As everyone knows, I was honored and proud to run with him. And Todd and I were with him in D.C. just a week ago." (Sarah Palin,Dec 2009) ************************************ DID Palin say or write these things or not? (Me) I don't know or F ing care. (Mad Dog posted on 2009-12-26 16:36:33 ET,post # 105 http://libertysflame.com/cgi-bin/readart.cgi?ArtNum=5510&Disp=114#C114)
I already know that you're brainwashed. Religion was the excuse. Greed and power was the motive.
NY was the back up. Any power that any commission may have to grant or deny anything is created legislatively. Legislatures may not create laws that are in conflict with the US Constitution.
Yeah,causen greed and the lust for power have nothing to with religions,right? And *I* am the one who is brainwashed?
"I adore John McCain, support him 100 percent and will do everything I can to support his reelection. As everyone knows, I was honored and proud to run with him. And Todd and I were with him in D.C. just a week ago." (Sarah Palin,Dec 2009) ************************************ DID Palin say or write these things or not? (Me) I don't know or F ing care. (Mad Dog posted on 2009-12-26 16:36:33 ET,post # 105 http://libertysflame.com/cgi-bin/readart.cgi?ArtNum=5510&Disp=114#C114)
A prohibition against congress is not a prohibitoin against states. Remember CONGRESS SHALL MAKE NO LAW... CONGRESS CONGRESS Does Congress have a meaning? It does. THEY SHALL MAKE NO LAW.
The intent of the first amendment is not to empower states to do what the federal government can not.
Islam is the Religion of Peace. I can see no reason why the tolerant and open-minded multicultural Saudis wouldn't allow this. I nominate war as Church Building Project Manager in Mecca.
You can't possibly be that fucking stupid. Religion and ignorance (I know I am repeating myself) had EVERYTHING to do with the motives of the actors. Holy sh*t. No, Islam hadn't ANY-effin thing to do with 9/11. P.S. Hijackers: "ALLAHU AKBAR!!!"
Three views from the same point at the SE corner of Park Place and West Broadway:
Ok,so you never see the sun or get to breathe fresh air. This explains some of your problems,and I will try to take this in consideration in the future. Ever consider taking a long vacation and going to America?
"I adore John McCain, support him 100 percent and will do everything I can to support his reelection. As everyone knows, I was honored and proud to run with him. And Todd and I were with him in D.C. just a week ago." (Sarah Palin,Dec 2009) ************************************ DID Palin say or write these things or not? (Me) I don't know or F ing care. (Mad Dog posted on 2009-12-26 16:36:33 ET,post # 105 http://libertysflame.com/cgi-bin/readart.cgi?ArtNum=5510&Disp=114#C114)
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Top • Page Up • Full Thread • Page Down • Bottom/LatestThe First Amendment does, however, estop a government from DENYING land BECAUSE of religion.
#54. To: A K A Stone (#53)
#55. To: A K A Stone (#53)
There should be no mosques in America.
#56. To: Fred Mertz (#55)
What harm can a few Mosques do?
#57. To: A K A Stone (#56)
#58. To: Fred Mertz (#57)
#59. To: Fred Mertz (#57)
#60. To: A K A Stone (#59)
#61. To: A K A Stone (#59)
#62. To: Fred Mertz (#61)
#63. To: sneakypete (#49)
Huh? I was under the impression they were going to build a new mosque right on the WTC site?
#64. To: Fred Mertz (#55)
What harm can a few Mosques do?
#65. To: Fred Mertz (#55)
#66. To: lucysmom (#63)
This story has a link to a google map of the area, and it does look like the "mosque" is two blocks from the WTC.
#67. To: Murron (#64)
A g-damn ISLAMIC mosque built on the site where thousands perished right before our eyes????
#68. To: murron, All (#67)
Don't forget that King Abdullah has Jewish business partners,and this is the dude in charge of Mecca.
#69. To: sneakypete, lucysmom (#66)
The EXISTING mosque is two blocks from the WTC,but the proposed NEW mosque is supposed to be built on the site of the WTC buildings. It will be a huge mega-mosque,and as much a international statement as to the power and influence of Islam as a religious center.
#70. To: Fred Mertz, aka War Jr., A K A Stone (#61)
I think I'll call you aka loser, since you address me that way, Goldi Jr.
#71. To: Murron, Fred Mertz (#64)
What harm can a few Mosques do?
#72. To: A K A Stone (#53)
(Edited)
No it doesn't. It forbitd CONGRESS. CONGRESS shall make no law...
#73. To: sneakypete, Murron (#67)
Bloomberg may be the mayor of NYC,but in his heart and mind he isn't an American. He is a internationalist. A "citizen of the world". His prime interest is making deals and making money,and sovereign nations get in his way. Like the others with the insulation that great wealth provides,he doesn't think any of the negative results of the things he does will ever apply to him and his family.
#74. To: Liberator (#73)
BINGO. The guy is no real "American."
#75. To: war (#72)
#76. To: war (#74)
#77. To: Liberator (#73)
The guy is no real "American."
#78. To: war (#72)
NY State Constitution:
#79. To: Murron (#64)
I didn't mean to rant...the anger I felt then is just as blah, blah, blah
#80. To: Abu el Boner (#77)
Hilarious. You get to decide who's a real American and then call someone an elitist in the next sentence.
#81. To: Liberator (#78)
#82. To: war (#74)
Liar. He was born here.
#83. To: war (#72)
NY State Constitution:
#84. To: war (#81)
If you ***think*** religion had anything to do with that act you're admitting to being brainwashed...
#85. To: sneakypete (#84)
You can't possibly be that fucking stupid. Religion and ignorance (I know I am repeating myself) had EVERYTHING to do with the motives of the actors.
#86. To: A K A Stone (#83)
That isn't the first amendment. My point holds.
#87. To: war (#85)
Religion was the excuse. Greed and power was the motive.
#88. To: war (#86)
Legislatures may not create laws that are in conflict with the US Constitution.
#89. To: A K A Stone (#88)
A prohibition against congress is not a prohibitoin [sic] against states.
#90. To: sneakypete, war (#67)
I have a idea. How about we tell these goobers they have permission to build a Mosque there when WE get permission to build churches and synagogues in Mecca?
#91. To: sneakypete, war (#84)
If you ***think*** religion had anything to do with that act [say it, war: "9/11"] you're admitting to being brainwashed...
#92. To: sneakypete (#49)
(Edited)
Huh? I was under the impression they were going to build a new mosque right on the WTC site? Or are you talking about the little mosque that has been there for years?
The proposed Mosque site [building with single arched window] 
Rear of my building 
Ground Zero in distance [building in middle is on other side of GZ and construction site to right is where Fiterman Hall used to be]
#93. To: war (#92)
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