Islamic Cultural Center sparks anti-Muslim firestorm

The decision by a New York City community board to approve the construction of an Islamic community center in downtown Manhattan is facing a firestorm of anti-Muslim protest.  Beyond the Pale will be covering the story in detail in coming weeks, but with plans for a massive rally against the center in the works for 9/11, we talk with Amy Spitalnick of JStreet about efforts to support the community center project.

A coalition supporting the construction of Cordoba House/Park51, New York Neighbors  for American Values, is organizing a September 10 Vigil for Equality, Diversity and Religious Freedom. For further information on their efforts, click here.