That this site has become controversial because of ideology and religion combined is beyond my wildest imagination. Never, ever, did I or millions of others ever even contemplate that such controversy would arise atop the ashes of those slain on that infamous and dastardly day. That a memorial that is fit and proper has not been built is the fault of the individuals who were in charge of governmental projects in NYC, beginning with Mayor Rudy and Mayor Bloomberg. Surely, there must have been a hint in the wind that such controversy would take place if the area was left for commercial brokers to bargain about. Where were those in charge of memorial funds when they caught the odor of such a "believe it or not" kind of project? None of this would be happening had there been brighter minds in charge. _____________________________________________________________________ If there was as many folks upset about flags being burned as religious books, there might be some hope for patriotism in the USA. Personally, I do not even feel like listening to the news anymore. When the last WWII veteran dies, this country will pretty much be finished. It is no longer a country when people have to be threatened by ideologies; it is a sad day when the executive branch takes sides on some issues and turns its head on others. I would not want to be starting a life in America if I had to do it all over again. I would find a nation where common sense reigned supreme. I could go on, but it is a waste of your time and mine.