Terry Jones, the man from Florida who is planning to burn the numerous Qurans, plans to take action during the anniversary of one of the most eventful days that will always be in the hearts of Americans. September 11th, 2001, was a day that we will always remember. It seems offensive that this man would even want to interrupt the memories of those who lost loved ones during these horrific events. Burning Qurans will hurt nobody, but will only cause more harm than that of what has already been done. The entire Obama administration has banded their words together, all against the burning of the Qurans; however, nothing is being done to stop this man... I feel that he should be repremanded for even suggesting the acts, but since he hasn't committed the acts, I guess there is nothing that can be done. If he does go through with this, what will happen? There will be great uproar, and I feel that it will put our troops in Afghanistan and Iraq in great danger. Even though the church of only 20 people is in America, it doesn't mean that Al Qaida can't get media coverage of the event. That being said, I feel that there may not be action taken so far because of the misconception that Obama is in fact a Muslim. I feel that if Obama acted for or against the burning of the Qurans, it would hurt his ratings as president. Technically, Jones has the right to practice his religion due to his right of freedom of religion in the 1st ammendment, but does infringing on other people's rights cross the line? Isn't it about religious tolerance as well? John Boehner reiterates my point by saying the following:
"House Republican leader John Boehner of Ohio on Wednesday tried to lump together the two issues — plans for the Quran-burning and the mosque — saying that 'just because you have the right to do something in America does not mean it's the right thing to do.'"
What do you guys think? Do you agree that there is a domino effect being created starting with the mosque near Ground Zero, then the arsen on the Murfreesboro mosque, and now this? I think so, but let me know how you feel about the matter!!
Here's the link to the article:
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20100909/ap_on_go_pr_wh/quran_burning_obama
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