The Northeast Intelligence Network recently released an extensive investigative report on the behind-the-scenes events surrounding the Cordoba House Islamic Center, otherwise known as the Ground Zero Mosque, just a few hundred feet from where 19 Islamic jihadi warriors brought down the World Trade Center towers.

In this must-read report you will gain insight and learn of  the plans behind this mosque that will likely not be reported in the mainstream media of CNN, ABC, NBC, CBS, or quite probably even FOX. After all, Fox News Network is owned, in part, by the Saudi Royal family.

Be sure to read all the linked articles in the report for additional details.

To whet your appetite, here is the introductory text of the report. Link to the full article to follow.

Investigative Report: Exposing the Cordoba Islamic Center of Manhattan

By Douglas J. Hagmann, Director

Introduction

For the last several months, I have been covertly investigating the people, power and money behind the proposed “9/11 mega mosque” planned for the old Burlington Coat Factory situated just two blocks from “Ground Zero” in lower Manhattan. In order to provide the most comprehensive and fact-based insight into this issue as possible, I deliberately postponed publishing any reports until my investigation, consisting of direct and indirect inquiries, procurement of records, and the use of operational assets to develop information was complete.

While any person of reasonable sensibilities and a working moral compass could legitimately find the construction of an Islamic center in such close proximity to the graveyard of thousands of innocent Americans of 9/11 objectionable, there are many proponents who argue that its construction will serve as an example of American understanding, tolerance, compassion and respect for a religion that has been maligned by the actions of a minority. The legitimacy of the argument on behalf of its placement should become moot by simply citing two basic but important concepts: historical precedent and the understanding that Islam is more than a religion. If those points fail to convince an ostensibly objective audience as they have to-date, then the results of my investigation should cause anyone with the least bit of intellectual honesty to strongly object to any Islamic structure being built at the intended location.

With regard to historical precedent, the Dome of the Rock could serve as “Exhibit A” and the conversion of the former Byzantine basilica Hagia Sofia in Istanbul, Turkey as “Exhibit B” in the symbolism of Islamic conquest. In both instances, the mosques are perceived in the world of Islam as iconic symbols of victory over a beaten, subservient populace. Their importance in Islamic history and current significance relative to the stated objectives of Islam to dominate rather than coexist cannot be overstated, but is unfortunately overlooked or characterized as irrational hyperbole. Such oversight has always had longstanding adverse consequences to nations and their people who have failed to learn from history.

Based on a plethora of historical examples that include the foregoing, it should be clear that the building of a mosque or a mosque within an Islamic center so near the epicenter of the 9/11 attacks will be perceived as a symbol of Islamic conquest in the Muslim world, despite the perpetual denials by so-called moderate Muslims and regardless of modern sensibilities of “well reasoned” Western thought.  Much like the Christians in the Ottoman Empire at the time of the conversion of the basilica to a mosque, the building of this mosque will most assuredly be perceived and promoted as a very special humiliation of the West.  And as in the cases cited, this will only become clear after it is too late.

Furthermore, one must understand that Islam is not merely a religion, but a combination of theological, political, and cultural imperatives that includes the ultimate objective of imposing Islam and Sharia law worldwide, subjugating all else to Islam. It is critical to understand that a mosque built so near the epicenter of the carnage at the World Trade Center site does not hold the same significance to Americans – under our Western ideology and reason – that it does to adherents of Islam and the Islamic world. Without this full understanding of Islamic doctrine and the significance of Islamic conquests throughout history, proponents of the construction are historically, socially and politically ill informed, or deleteriously misguided.  Opponents to the construction of a mosque are often mischaracterized as irrational Islamophobes and xenophobes, even by respected Westerners.

Although the issues identified above should alone be sufficient to cause concern if not alarm, the facts behind the planned “9/11 mega-mosque” only get worse for America and the West. The structure that is being planned for New York is more than the product of Islamic ambition. It will be the conduit for an interfaith center that is intended to unite people under one religious umbrella, using the visible and highly compatible Islamic component as a means to an end.

It would be easy to dismiss the foregoing premise as being too far-fetched until one examines all of the evidence, not just that which is readily accessible. Nonetheless, even the most accessible and obvious information is bad. When the layers of deception are pulled back through bona fide investigation of the individuals and groups involved in this project, the information goes from bad to worse and from rationally objectionable to the unthinkable.

Continue reading the rest of the story here.

From LifeSiteNews.com

By Joseph Meaney

Editor’s Note: Joseph Meaney is director of international coordination for Human Life International, the world’s largest pro-life organization with affiliates and associates in over 100 countries worldwide.

July 28, 2010 (LifeSiteNews.com) – The people of Kenya will vote on August 4, 2010 on a new constitution that includes sweeping provisions allowing abortion. A pro-abortion and unelected international “Committee of Experts on Constitutional Review” added several significant lines to article 26 of the proposed constitution in the final drafting process. It begins well with: “Every person has the right to life. The life of a person begins at conception.” The added section 4, however, elaborates that: “Abortion is not permitted unless, in the opinion of a trained health professional, there is need for emergency treatment, or the life or health of the mother is in danger, or if permitted by any other law.” These are exceptions that could easily create de facto abortion-on-demand in this pro-life nation.

The situation in Kenya on the eve of their national constitutional referendum is reminiscent of Chicago’s dirty politics at its worst. Abortion was inserted into the draft constitution by backroom maneuvers. When pro-lifers raised the alarm, the highest Kenyan government officials tried to sow confusion by publicly denying that abortion’s legality would change.

Another new constitutional provision allowing for “kadhi,” or Islamic, courts, which rule on the basis of Sharia Law in marriage, divorce and inheritance cases, is widely seen as an attempt to garner Muslim votes despite their traditional opposition to abortion. (more…)

This morning I was notified by a friend of a radio interview with the host of Worldview Radio, Brannon Howse. Brannon interviewed Usama Dakdok, founder of The Straight Way of Grace Ministry. As I listened to Usama, my first impression was ‘this is what I have been saying all along. Finally, someone else is echoing the sentiments I have concerning our President, the advance of Islam in America, and the ignorance of the church these days.’ Usama grew up in Egypt, speaks fluent Arabic, has translated the Qur’an into English himself sans the white-washing of many verses that other translators use to sugar coat Islam, and here he is echoing my words on a nationally syndicated radio program.

I was astounded.

This morning part one of a two part interview was aired. Part two will air tomorrow, and I will update this post with the link to part two.

Just to give you an idea of the topics discussed in part 1, here is what is posted on the page for Worldview Radio: (more…)

According to an article in today’s edition of The Australian, the Obama administration recommended a “compassionate release” of the man responsible for the murder of 270 innocent people when PanAm flight 103 was bombed over Scotland.

Abdel Baset al-Megrahi was convicted of the 1988 bombing of Pan Am flight 103 over Scotland and sentenced to prison in Scotland for his crime. After purportedly falling ill in prison, he was diagnosed with terminal prostate cancer and given three months to live last August. Scottish authorities decided to release al-Mehrahi and repatriate him to his native Libya, where he was given a hero’s welcome upon his arrival.

Hero's welcome in Libya for Pan Am Flt 103 bomber

According to a report published in The Australian on August 21, 2009, President Obama called the release by Scottish authorities a “mistake.” The Australian reported Obama as saying, “We have been in contact with the Scottish government, indicating that we objected to this, and we thought it was a mistake.”

Since that time, documents have been released that show that the Obama not only knew about the release plan, but endorsed it as a preferred alternative to prison in Libya. Another lie of this administration has again been exposed.

Furthermore, it has now been confirmed that al-Megrahi’s physicians have given him not three months to live, but say he could easily live for another ten years.

Yet again, a convicted jihadist guilty of the murder of 270 innocent people is once again free, thanks in part to the Obama administration. Is this yet another concession to the Islamic world, as Obama tries to “heal” US relations with Muslims? Should the US surrender justice (the imprisonment of a convicted killer) on the altar of international relations with the Muslim community?

David Wood of Acts17 Apologetics examines the implications of the proposed mosque at Ground Zero and wonders: “Is this something that has been planned for quite some time, given photographs that were passed around the Muslim community post 9-11?”

I like this man. Even though he does not live in the United States, but instead is a British citizen, he seems to have a greater sense of patriotism to the US than many Americans. Those who think we ought to be tolerant and allow the mosque to be built should see how far they would get by proposing the construction of a church in either Mecca or Medina.

By DAVE OPIYO and ANDREW DOUGHMAN
Posted Wednesday, July 21 2010 at 15:56

The US is adamant that it will not shy away from nudging Kenya towards the path of reforms.

Ambassador Michael Ranneberger said he shared in President Barrack Obama’s wish to see a prosperous Kenya, whose destiny would be greatly shaped by the enactment of a new constitution.

‘We have made it clear that a new constitution is absolutely essential for the future, security and prosperity of this great nation,” said Mr Ranneberger during the swearing in of 36 peace corps volunteers at his Nairobi residence.

In reply to allegations that his government was funding campaigns for the proposed constitution, the envoy said he will not be drawn into a political war of words with the No camp and US Congressman Chris Smith, a Republican.

In reply to allegations that his government was funding campaigns for the proposed constitution, the envoy said he will not be drawn into a political war of words with the No camp and US Congressman Chris Smith, a Republican.

Story here at The Daily Nation.

While the government can claim in writing that the August 4th vote on the proposed constitution will be peaceful, making it so is another thing entirely. In the violence following the presidential election in 2007 over 1,000 Kenyans lost their lives. The August 4th vote is proving to be no less contentious than the 2007 election was.

Saitoti assures Kenyans of peaceful referendum

By DAVE OPIYO and ANDREW DOUGHMAN
Posted Tuesday, July 20 2010 at 15:05
The government has assured Kenyans of adequate security before and after the August 4 referendum on the Proposed Constitution.

Internal Security minister George Saitoti has said Kenyans should not be worried about their safety, with only 15 days remaining to the plebiscite.

“Those who believe they are going to repeat the events that were committed after the last general elections will not be able to do that,” he said during a security sector reform conference at the Hilton Hotel, Nairobi Tuesday.

“We shall not be caught on our laurels like it happened in 2007.”

Investigations revealed that 1,133 people died and 650,000 others were rendered homeless following the 2007 post-election violence.

The Internal Security minister was responding to concerns by his Justice counterpart Mutula Kilonzo, who had sought assurances that the vote will be free of any violence.

“With only 15 days remaining, you must give us a peaceful referendum,” said Mr Kilonzo.

There have been concerns that hate speech had created divisions in parts of the country and could lead to violence.

Polarised country

Indeed, religious leaders had asked for the August 4 vote on the to be postponed until the Yes and No camps reach consensus on contentious issues.

The country, they added, was too ‘polarised’ to hold the referendum, citing last month’s bombing of a prayer meeting cum No rally in Nairobi’s Uhuru Park as an example.

The meeting turned tragic after two explosions tore through the crowd, killing six people and injuring many others.

Read the rest of the story here.

Here’s what Obama’s doing with your money – in Kenya!

3 Republican congressmen reveal Barack secretly spent $23 million

By Jerome R. Corsi
© 2010 WorldNetDaily

An investigation by three Republican congressmen has revealed the Obama administration has secretly spent $23 million of U.S. taxpayer dollars in Kenya tofund a “Yes” vote on a constitutional referendumscheduled for Aug. 4 that would increase access to abortions in Kenya and establish legal status forIslamic law tribunals.

Meanwhile, trusted sources in Kenya tell WND that the White House has used Vice President Joseph Biden’s trip to Kenya in June and the office of U.S. Ambassador to Kenya Michael E. Ranneberger to put out the message that passage of the referendum would enable the White House to open the floodgates to allow millions of dollars of additional U.S. government aid and private investment capital to flow into Kenya.

Last week, in response to inquiries from Reps. Chris Smith, R-N.J., Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, R-Fla., and Darrell Issa, R-Calif., the U.S. Agency for International Development, or USAID, admitted to spending more than $23 million of U.S. taxpayer money to influence voters in Kenya to pass the highly contentious constitution.

The proposed constitution would also give legal status to what are known as “Kadhi Courts,” constituting an Islamic judicial structure within the overall structure of the Kenyan legal structure, to resolve disputes between Muslims under Shariah, or Islamiclaw.

Critics have charged that the constitutional provision to codify Kadhi Courts would violate the separation of state and religion by allowing Islamic law to have official legal status.

Read the full story here.

My comment: The WorldNetDaily story still does not address the potential loss of religious freedom for Kenyans should the new constitution pass. See my earlier blog for specific language stricken from the proposed constitution which guaranteed Kenyans religious freedom under the current constitution.

The Obama administration is spending US$23 million on the referendum campaign, more than double what had earlier been acknowledged, a US congressman says.

“US tax dollar monies are flying out the door to pro-abortion groups committed to overturning pro-life laws in Kenya,” Republican Representative Chris Smith charged on Friday.

He released new information from the inspector general of the US Agency for International Development that is sure to stoke the controversy over the Obama administration’s involvement in the constitutional reform process.

A USAid listing provided to Congressman Smith shows that US$2.9 million is being given to Development Alternatives for “activities related to the constitutional support process.”

Read the full story at Kenya’s The Daily Nation online here.