by Johnnie Utah
"The decision to build this mosque so close to the site of ground zero is deeply troubling, as is the president's decision to endorse it." — John Boehner (R-OH)
I keep seeing some variation of this comment over and over from right-wingers. But I can't seem to find any answers to these questions.
1. Since the proposed site for the Park51 worship space is 2 blocks away from Ground Zero, why do you keep calling it the "Ground Zero Mosque"?
2. What precisely is an acceptable distance from the former site of the World Trade Center for Muslims to practice their religion? (Terms like "so close" or "in the shadow of" or "steps away" are obviously subjective.)
3. Is there a difference between violent Islamic extremists and mainstream Muslims?
4. If your answer to #3 is "yes," why is there an objection to Muslims practicing their religion in Lower Manhattan?
5. Since Muslims have been holding religious services at Park51 for over a year, should they be stopped?
6. As Park51 is private property, are you in favor of the government regulating how the space is utilized?
Feel free to respond to the questions in comments.
Assholes.
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