Back with a BANG!

I know I haven't updated this in over a month. I would like to say that was because I was off having tons of fun, but alas this is not the case indeed. I just had no idea what to write about. But now, finally, I have a topic.

I am a proud New Yorker. I have lived in this beautiful city for over 8 years. I arrived here the summer after the September 11th attacks. During my time here I have found a city full of life and culture and peace. I honestly could not think of living anywhere else in the United States. I absolutely positively LOVE this city. Unfortunately a dark cloud has appeared on the horizon and has begun to cast it's ugly shadow over NYC. Ok enough with the melodrama. I'm referring to the controversy surrounding the proposed mosque near Ground Zero.

My opinion- last time I checked this country was built on religious freedom. I am a supporter of the Constitution and under that great document I believe that the mosque should be allowed to be built

The opposition's opinion- Building a mosque so close to the site of a tragedy that was caused by Muslims is insensitive and will promote the cause of extremist Muslims. It would be seen by terrorists as a victory of sorts (a proxy victory if you will).

But as I stated before i believe that this mosque has the right to be built at the site and I think that this matter has been blown far out of proportion.
First of all, this was never a political matter but an issue of zoning and city laws. Apparently some people forget that states and cities operate independently, within the boundaries set up by the Constitution and the Bill of Rights, and can therefore conduct local business without constant interference by the federal government.
But given all of this the more important second point is mid-term elections. This fall, millions of Americans will be voting on their new representatives in Congress and some of those up for election or reelection are looking to "save face" with their constituents. Bringing up thoughts of 9/11 and planting the seeds of fear are a damned good way to win votes under the premise "Sen. Blahblahblah will stop the terrorists from killing more innocent Americans." The truth is always buried or skewed during times like this. It's unfortunate but it is a fact of life.