The Debate about whether to place an Islamic Office building with a Prayer center inside near Ground Zero has become an emotional hot button . Many people have weighed in and there seems to be a consensus among most People that it is insensitive and insulting. I look at this issue from a broader context. When I look at New York and it’s inhabitants I think of a lost group of people who worship Money and secularism. I believe their instincts are selfish and misguided. My personal politics are very far right and my opinion about Islam is probably not Mainstream. I respect Islamic people for their dedication to their faith. Their dedication comes with a price especially here in The US.
I think it is time for the People of the US to start building skyscrapers dedicated to something Holy. Throughout History the tallest buildings in our communities have always been Churches. The Islamic people put their religion first in all things I believe we can learn from them and somehow regain our own righteousness and give up this selfish materialism and move on to a more peaceful and charitable coexistence with our Muslim Brothers and Sisters

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