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Koran burning scrapped but Cordoba debate remains

Connie Lawn: Koran burning scrapped but Cordoba controversy remains

  • Connie Lawn: There is bemusement and controversy over the plans by an obscure Pastor in Florida to burn Korans, the Muslim Holy book. He wanted to protest 9/11 and plans to build a l0 story Islamic cultural center 2 blocks from the scene of the attacks 9 years ago. Protests, threats, and demonstrations intensified in the wake of his plans. Now, Reverend Terry Jones has backed off under intense pressure. But the future of the 13 million dollar cultural center is cloudy. Connie Lawn gives us this audio report.

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