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What actually is getting to me is that the Imam's and others who are wanting to build this building are *using our 1st ammendment to promote their right to build it* . . even though it's just personally *hurtful* and disrespectful to the families who were directly affect by the actions of 9/11. . . nevermind how the victims *feel* about things - to the Imam's that's not *important*.
But when it comes to burning the Koran they suddenly want *us* to be concerned for *their* feelings?
*Their* religion?
*Their* thoughts?
They want us to be afraid that *they might act out violently*
You know what - I have a Koran (I have a Bible and a bunch of other religious holy books, too) . . I can burn it if I want to.
I just might do it. . . because if they're going to use *my rights* against *us* - then I'll use my *right* against them - two can play at that game. I refused to be bullied. If someone wants to be an ass**** to *me* and *my husband* - I can return the consideration two fold.
All that being said - I'm not planning on burning my copy of the Koran because it's a great support for my wobbly kitchen table. . . so all of you who just freaked out right now - take a chill pill.
But if I do - I'll let you know. I'll also video tape it and put it on youtube if I so please.
(edit - so this post marks my change in opinion on this issue - I *was* against it because it might incite violence overseas.
I'm not going to burn a Koran because I still think it's stupid - but if they're going to be allowed to build their center because of our 1st amendment then - well - if someone wants to set a pile ablaze then by all means. . .cue my avatar)
Aunt, it's THEIR first amendment as well. and as much as i don't like it, one could make the argument that this could be a healing exercise. however, one could NOT make the argument that burning a koran is anything but a hate filled act.