VICTORY! International Freedom Center Defeated at Ground Zero

Via NY1:

In a story first reported by NY1, Governor George Pataki has cancelled plans to build the controversial International Freedom Center at the World Trade Center site - and representatives of the center say the location change has forced the entire project to be scrapped.

The center had drawn criticism from some 9/11 victims' family members because it would not focus exclusively on the terror attacks. Family members also said the IFC could potentially contain exhibits that were anti-American.

Pataki said Wednesday that he's given the center a chance to clarify its intentions, but there's just too much opposition.

In a statement, Pataki said: “The creation of an institution that would show the world our unity and our resolve to preserve freedom in the wake of the horrific attacks is a noble pursuit. But freedom should unify us. This center has not.”

From a victorious TakeBacktheMemorial.org:

Every since June 8, 2005 when Debra Bulingame's op-ed The Great Ground Zero Heist appeared in the Wall Street Journal, we have fought together for the preservation of dignity at Ground Zero. With your help, we have achieved a major victory toward that goal.

Take Back the Memorial will continue to monitor the plans for Ground Zero to ensure that a fitting and proper memorial is built; one that is respectful of the victims murdered that day, their families, the first responders, and the American people.

Thank you again for your support, prayers, and dedication. This simply could not have been achieved without you.

As a supporter's email says, “There aren't too many happy (or at least pleasing) events associated with 9/11, but sometimes there's justice.”

The Blame America First left have suffered a major defeat. Michelle Malkin has more.

And Hillary... I give credit where credit is due. Thanks.

Update: CNN is obviously saddened by the loss of their vision of the IFC: "Ground Zero 'freedom center' quashed." Poor babies.