Imam Rauf and his backers have every legal right to build their extravagant Islamic center within the lethal radius of Ground Zero. But the rest of us have the right to question why they insist on doing so.

Summary

This quote highlights the contrasting perspectives around the construction of the Islamic center near Ground Zero. It emphasizes that legally, Imam Rauf and his supporters have the right to build the center. However, it also stresses the right of others to question their intentions behind choosing this specific location, given the sensitivity and emotions associated with Ground Zero. The quote suggests that while there may be a legal right, it does not necessarily mean it is a universally supported decision.

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