A Very NYC Answer to the Mosque at Ground Zero
Comedian Greg Gutfled had the following commentary on his show "Red Eye" last night...
So, the Muslim investors championing the construction of the new mosque near Ground Zero claim it's all about strengthening the
relationship between the Muslim and non-Muslim world.
As an American, I believe they have every right to build the mosque - after all, if they buy the land and they follow the law -who
can stop them?
Which is, why, in the spirit of outreach, I've decided to do the same thing.
I'm announcing tonight, that I am planning to build and open the first gay bar that caters not only to the west, but also Islamic
gay men. To best express my sincere desire for dialogue, the bar will be situated next to the mosque Park51, in an available
commercial space.
This is not a joke. I've already spoken to a number of investors, who have pledged their support in this bipartisan bid for
understanding and tolerance.
As you know, the Muslim faith doesn't look kindly upon homosexuality, which is why I'm building this bar. It is an effort to break
down barriers and reduce deadly homophobia in the Islamic world.
The goal, however, is not simply to open a typical gay bar, but one friendly to men of Islamic faith. An entire floor, for example,
will feature non-alcoholic drinks, since booze is forbidden by the faith. The bar will be open all day and night, to accommodate men
who would rather keep their sexuality under wraps - but still want to dance.
Bottom line: I hope that the mosque owners will be as open to the bar, as I am to the new mosque. After all, the belief driving them
to open up their center near Ground Zero, is no different than mine.
My place, however, will have better music.
Some proposed names...
The Queer'an
Gaybraham's
Mohommie's Retreat
The 72nd virgin
Jihad Me at Hello
The Gay Allahs
Allahu Gaybar
The Sphinx-ter
Queer Eye for the Jihad Guy
The Homo Side Bomber
Jihad's and Rods
Weapons of Ass Destruction
Allahs in Wonderland
Midnight at the Oasis
Mecca inn & out
SCUD Marks
Khomeini Men, Kholittle Time
Mo's Hole
Allah Akbar and Grill
Osama bin Dover
