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Portland, Maine’s largest mosque was vandalized today by anti-Muslim criminals who spray painted “Osama Today, Islam Tomorrow” on the building. The incident marks the beginning of what some feared would be a backlash against Muslims in America after the assassination of al-Qaeda figurehead Osama bin Laden.

Portland Police Chief James Craig is calling the attack on the Maine Muslims Community Center a hate crime. In addition to “Osama Today, Islam Tomorrow,” the vandals also spray painted “Go Home” in a xenophobic and bigoted attempt to frighten area Muslims into leaving the community.

As opposed to recent Islamophobic attacks in Tennessee (a state which is still debating whether Islam is even legally allowed to be called a religion in a pathetic attempt to prevent Muslims from being protected by civil rights laws in the state), the attacks in Maine are almost unquestionably a result of last night’s announcement of the killing of Osama bin Laden. Portland, Maine has three mosques to accommodate the city’s sizable immigrant Muslim population, and crimes such as today’s are, as in most of New England, almost unheard of.

While Chief Craig emphasizes that the type of vandalism seen at the Portland mosque is not reflective of the community, some Muslims are wary. Mosque treasurer Abdiaziz Mohamed said “it makes me feel like I’m not welcome.”

Steve Wessler, director of The Center for Preventing Hate, spoke to the Portland Press Herald about the attack:

Muslims in Maine and across the U.S. deserve the same respect as all others who live here. They serve in our armed forces, teach in our schools, and care for our sick. On September 11, Muslim firefighters and paramedics courageously stayed in the Twin Towers trying to save lives.

The attack on the Portland mosque is an unfortunate byproduct of the “War on Terror” psyche that permeates American society. The country is bombarded with the message that Muslims are people of whom we should be suspicious, and the feverish anti-Muslim sentiment is accompanied by a rampant, unquestionable patriotism. It’s not a stretch to imagine that there were some for whom last night’s bin Laden celebrations weren’t enough, and that they are now taking out their nationalist and Islamophobic zeal on symbols of Islam in their own country—starting with a mosque.

(Photo credit: Gregory Rec, Portland Press Herald)

Author: Renee Shah

Regarding the controversy about building an Islamic Center near the site of the former world trade center I would normally agree with President Obama that freedom of religion means Muslims can build their Mosque wherever they want.

But, certain facts have come to light that makes this debate take on a whole different character!

It seams that symbolism plays an important part in the Arab mentality, as witnessed during the Muslim subjugation of Christians. On numerous occasions defeated populations had their churches torn down and Mosques built over top of them in a show of superiority.

This practise continues to this day, and building an Islamic Center next to the site of the former World Trade Center would be a symbolic slap in the face to the United States government as seen through Arab eyes.

Consider:

There is no Muslim population in the part of Manhattan where the Islamic center will be built. (Most Muslims who live in New York are in North Brooklyn.)

To build a Center there would be far cheaper, but then, the point is not an Islamic Center.

The point is to get an Islamic presence as close to where the World Trade Center stood as possible.

The Point is to prove the victory of Islam over Christianity.

And that’s precisely why they should never be allowed to build it anywhere near there, no matter what the constitution says!

It’s a matter of principal and honor folks!

Allan W Janssen is the author of the book The Plain Truth About God (What the mainstream religions don’t want you to know!) and is available as an E-Book H E R E! and H E R E! And as a paperback H E R E ! and H E R E !

Author: Allan Janssen

One is advised not to listen to Islamists who preach great love and tolerance for non-Muslims, for it is mainly a sham. If you are not willing to take take my word for it, then you would be wise to read the Koran, and several authoritative books on Islam. Use only reliable authors from well known publishers who will not lead you astray.

Go to the following link and find a list of references in the comments section.

http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474978530346

The following article is very informative also.

http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474978540273

If you are confronted by Islamist apologists, then ask for a list of well-rounded and authoritative references from their reliable sources. If they are unwilling to provide authoritative references, you may safely assume they are not open and honest. Do not accept source materials from shadowy, unknown figures who have no credentials other than a worship of all that is Koranic.

Author: robert h.

Even as a video of American soldier Pfc. Bowe Berrdahl, who is being held hostage by the Taliban, is being played throughout the country and the world, a Muslim Extremists group with ties to the plotters of 9/11 avail themselves of the freedoms of the U.S. to further their evil rhetoric and twisted and corrupt views of Islam. As Pfc. Bergdahl is forced to degrade himself on camera his captors’ brothers rant and rave without fear in a conference held in Chicago, whose main topic and theme was the downfall of capitalism, a.k.a. America and the rise and total world domination by Islam.

At the same time as Pfc. Berrdahl’s family is dealing with the thoughts of their son and brother being beheaded as is typical by the Taliban, the group Hizb ut-Tahrir was meeting at the Hilton hotel in Oak Lawn, Ill, just outside Chicago to discuss the down fall of Capitalism of the Rise of Islam. The group somehow is not on the U.S. list of terrorists groups does, however it does have ties to Islamic Extremisms in the form of group alumnus Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the master mind of 9/11.

I thoroughly believe in the freedom of speech and thought, even if I do not agree with it, but no one has the right to yell fire in a crowded theater and no one has the right to inflame and encourage evil acts such as 9/11 as Hizb ut-Tahrir own leaders and doctrine seem to do and the organizations publications that call for a declaration of war against the U.S. is prove of that. In one breath they seek the destruction of America, in the other they enjoy the freedoms that come with being in the U.S.

Author: Juan J Martinez

Imam Mohammed Ibn Faqih was quoted in the news on 13 September 2010 regarding Islam: ‘We have nothing to apologize for, we have nothing to fear, we have nothing to be ashamed of, we have nothing that we’re guilty of . . . .’ I don’t know whether he was speaking of a particular congregation or the religion in general. But if he intended to bolster his religion, he got it all wrong. Everyone knows their endless string of atrocities in recent years; those who have read the Koran know how Muslims feel about non-Muslims.

The bible says: ‘Honor your father and your mother.’ Although, it says nothing about other relationships, we may properly infer that the instruction means honor for all people. The Muslims portrayed in the pages of our daily newspapers have no concern for any human life. There are many Islamic terrorists who live evil lives, quite in accord with the teachings of the Koran which defines the good life by extremely primitive standards. Shunning or death for non-believers, sequestering and stoning of women, etc. Where are the modern standards of decency? Indeed, they have much to be ashamed of.

I will begin to respect and support the Islamic religion when it shows signs of respect for other people and a significant reformation begins.

Author: robert h.

An Islamic court permits wife beating as long as the beating doesn’t leave a mark. The court ruled a man can beat his his wife and children but leave no marks. In an extension of the ruling, he cannot beat his adult children after puberty. Whew, how civilized is that?

“The decision by the Federal Supreme Court shows the strong influence of Islamic law in the Emirates despite its international appeal in which foreign residents greatly outnumber the local population,” according to CBS News.

Incredibly, that’s close to a rule we had that was called the rule of thumb. That rule said that a man could beat his wife as long as the object was no wider than his thumb.

The people who defend Islam as a civilized religion don’t know what they are talking about. A theocratic government such as UAE shows the influence of Islam on the government.

So if you want to legally beat your wife and children, but show no physical marks, move to an Islamic country, and don’t think it’s not going on here in the United States. The influence of Islam is strong and spreading. The term ‘Islamaphobia’ is spreading as well. This is not to say all who practice Islam beat their wife and children, but that Islamic law does allow for it.

Author: Doug York

Hi all who are connected or subscribed with me!

There is someone that is a Gather member who should have more exposure In my opinion Lily Mazahery

And in case that doesn't make it http://dcist.gather.com/

Lily Mazahery is working in the Middle East at chancing the justice harshly dealt out to women in that Islamic law controlled world. I feel that more folks should connect with or subscribe to her to see what she is doing and possibly help her

Author: Richard B.

The answer is simple…

Regarding radical islam, we know where Obama stands, don’t we? But where does Obama stand with radical islam:

OBAMA:

Obama declares war on terror over, as our troops are still being shot at and killed by hezbollah, hamas and al qaida.

Obama tells Israel to go back to indefensible borders, as radical islamists in Palestine say they will take Jerusalem and make it the capital caliphate city.

Meanwhile:

Obama’s National Security Council staff held meetings with the Muslim Brotherhood this week as the long-time intelligence asset makes a bid for the presidency in Egypt.

“We believe that it is in the interest of the United States to engage with all parties that are committed to democratic principles, especially nonviolence,” said National Security Council spokesman Tommy Vietor.

Muslim Brotherhood Wants to Re-Elect Barack Hussein Obama

Obama Administration to give $1.5 billion in military aid to Muslim Brotherhood

How Close is the Muslim Brotherhood Is to the Obama Admin?

Obama Has Shown ‘Respect & Appreciation of All Religions’ — Particularly Islam

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ROMNEY

“We’ll move everything to get him. But I don’t want to buy into the Democratic pitch that this is all about one person — Osama bin Laden — because after we get him, there’s going to be another and another. This is about Shia and Sunni. This is about Hezbollah and Hamas and al-Qaida and the Muslim Brotherhood. This is a worldwide jihadist effort to try and cause the collapse of all moderate Islamic governments and replace them with a caliphate.

“They ultimately want to bring down the United States of America.

“This is a global effort we’re going to have to lead to overcome this jihadist effort. It’s more than Osama bin Laden.

And when asked, Romney knew all about the 12th Imam.

So, which presidential candidate has a better understanding of the terrorists and the dangers they pose to Israel and the West?

Author: Roryann O’Rourke

Seriously kami jeles dengan kemesraan, kerapatan dan kebahagiaan yang terpancar dari wajah Rebecca, suami dan anak-anak. Memang mesra gila diorang nie. Kalah Bob mesra. Rasanya gambar-gambar ini diambil sebelum perkahwinan Rebecca. Maka kami doakan agar kemesraan ini akan bertambah rapat dan padat selepas perkahwinan kelak.

Lagi gambar keluarga bahagia Rebecca Nur Islam dan suami di sini.

Author: Leland Kirby

Remember when Obama praised the uprisings and called it the “arab spring”. Something tells me this isn’t exactly what Obama’s fanbase thought it was going to be, with sunshine, lollipops, and flowers.

YIKES!

This news comes out as we hear about a Michigan school that compled with sharia law for a prom, an ALL girls’ prom.

Gee, we can either choose to go commie like the French, nazi like the Greeks, or radical islam and a global caliphate.

Like the old game show, I’d like to go off the board for American independence and choose CAPITIALISM and FREEDOM, because under any of these scenarios above, you won’t have freedom.

Our Founding Fathers must have seen Obama coming. That’s why the US Constitution and the Declaration of Independence were written the way they were, but hey, it’s a new hope and change dawning for America, right?

But, this guy’s fooling himself. Israel will NEVER let Jerusalem fall into the hands of radical islam…NEVER!

Which do you choose?

From the article:

So, about that “Arab Spring” we were promised…it might not be as great as we thought, after all. At least, not if this video by Egyptian Cleric Safwat Higazi is any guide:

Author: Roryann O’Rourke