Do we govern on insensitivities?
Why did they choose this location? Because they had a lease with an option to buy. Its a great location, great size and perfect for them. And it was an easy purchase.
IMO, backing down now would be like admitting they are partially responsible. Islam is a religion – not every muslim caused the terror attacks.
Do you want your shuls questioned? How about when they stop allowing zoning for your shul because there is one (halachically accceotable) shul three houses away?
Freedom means allowing others to do things you don’t like. All because you want freedom when its time for you to choose.