# Cleric: Muslims Have Role In Relationship Building January 16, 2011 Author: Corey Williams Source: The Washington Post Wire Service: AP The cleric who became the public face of efforts to build an Islamic center near ground zero in New York began a national speaking tour Saturday night by urging Muslims to help "depoliticize" their faith and play a role in shaping relationships with America. See also:- [ Park51/Cordoba House ](/news-stories/park51cordoba-house) - [ Center Openings/Milestones ](/news-stories/center-openingsmilestones) - [ Interfaith ](/religions/interfaith) - [ Islam ](/religions/islam) - [ Civic ](/tags/civic) Share on:- [ Facebook ](#) - [ Twitter ](#) - [ Linkedin ](#)