Frustration with Islam

I'm writing this on September 11th, nine years since the terrorist attacks that changed the world.  A Florida pastor has been very much in the news this week because his church was planning to stage a koran-burning event. 

My understanding is that the church was protesting against plans for an Islamic mosque to be built near "ground zero" where the twin towers had stood. 
Hatred against Islam is not the answer but the frustration is understandable because Western governments continue to display an appalling ignorance of the danger that Islam poses to Western society.
Why should it be, in nations known for their Christian heritage, that it has suddenly become unacceptable to speak out against a religion that denies every foundational Christian teaching?  Many Christians are frustrated that Islam seems to receive official protection while Christian values are freely and openly denigrated and ridiculed.
I would never suggest a koran-burning protest at New Life Church but I would say that building a mosque near Ground Zero would be far more offensive.  The New York authorities should find a way to prevent this mosque from going ahead.
Meanwhile, here in Australia, we need politicians who will refuse to be intimidated by Islam, men and women who will risk public outcry to say what needs to be said.