Muslim group buys church but can't get permit to pray

[BobTheSubgenius]

1. In a more general sense,

this kind of selfish meanness is everywhere, although not usually so brazen and appalling. Near where I live, there is a totally charming bunch of islands called The Gulf Islands...some of which become the San Juans when you cross the 49th. There is something called The Gulf Islands Trust, which is mainly about shutting the door behind you when you arrive.

"OK, I'm here. I want nothing to change from this point on."

It's gone from NIMBY to BANANA - Build Absolutely Nothing Anywhere Near Anyone.