Archive | May, 2011

Bronx Muslim Center’s founder weighs in on Bin Laden’s death

Mohammed Solaiman Ali, founder and general secretary of the Bronx Muslim Center commented in a phone interview on the death of Bin Laden and how many Bronx Muslims in the community are reacting.

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Bronx borough President congratulates Obama and Armed Forces

Bronx borough President, Ruben Diaz Jr. released a statement today congratulating the work of President Obama and the U.S. Armed Forces for Osama bin Laden’s death.

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Congressman Serrano responds to Osama’s death

Congressman Jose Serrano issued a statement on his website today, acknowledging the closure brought to New Yorkers by Osama bin Laden’s death.

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Senator Diaz responds to news of Osama bin Laden’s death

Senator Diaz issues a statement applauding the United States’ efforts in Osama bin Laden’s death.

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“Cutting off the head of a snake:” Bronxites react to Bin Laden’s death with raw memories and skepticism

“Cutting off the head of a snake:” Bronxites react to Bin Laden’s death with raw memories and skepticism

Murals like the one of fallen firefighter Peter Bielfeld remind Bronxites of the terrorist attack that Bin Laden masterminded nearly 10 years ago.

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NY on high alert after Osama’s death

Following a late-night presidential address that confirmed reports that Al-Qaida leader Osama bin Laden has killed in Pakistan, New York is on high alert with excess security out and about city. But that hasn’t stopped crowd from gathering in Times Square and at Ground Zero.

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