Ground Zero Mosque
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The controversy over a mosque's construction near Ground Zero has raged on for several months. In recent days, a new twist unfolded as President Barack Obama chimed in with his support, "Muslims have the same right to practice their religion as everyone else in this country." Naturally, conservative pundits have already begun attacking the statements and Republicans are adding the comments to their arsenal for upcoming November elections. The matter generally brings to light that Americans largely feel a freedom to practice religion - as long as its their own religion.