Burning Qurans A "Problem," Says Obama

President Barack Obama says that Florida Pastor Terry Jones’ idea to burn Quran’s on the ninth anniversary of September 11 is provocative and a “problem.” (0:21)

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Obama: We Can't Start Turning On Each Other

President Barack Obama tells reporters that amid growing controversy over religious tolerance, Americans need to be certain “we don’t start turning on each other.” (0: 34)

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Burning A Religious Book Is A Hateful, Offensive Act, Says Gibbs

White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs says the prospect of burning Qurans is a hateful, offensive act and all religions understand the hatefulness that might transpire. (0:38)

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Gibbs: Burning Qurans Is Nothing Less Than Recruiting Bonanza

White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs says that “international Burn a Koran Day” is an event that is “nothing less than a big recruiting bonanza” for al Qaeda and other extremist groups. (0:12)

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Gibbs: Pastor's Plan A "Monumentally Terrible Idea"

White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs says that Florida pastor Terry Jones’ plan to burn Qurans on the anniversary of September 11 is a “monumentally terrible idea.” (0:39)

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CAIR Says Sharing Quran Will Be 'Golden Opportunity' For Muslim-Americans

Nihad Awad, National Executive Director of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), describes how President Obama's desire for more Americans to understand the Quran will break down stereotypical barriers. (0:36)
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