Joining us live in studio on News 8 at 5:30 was the Vice President of the Islamic Center of Rochester, Sareer Fazili. We asked him to provide perspective and local reaction to the shooting massacre at Ft. Hood.

We asked:

When you first heard suspect's name, Major Nidal Malik Hasan, and heard what he is reported to have said during the shootings, what did you think?

Nationally, Muslim groups have issued statements today condemning the shooting and fearing backlash. Do you fear the same?

Any fears about what happened after 9-11 happening again?  Have we made any progress since 9-11?

What's the message from the Islamic Center? What do you want people to know?

Watch the interview by clicking on the video box.