This article on public forums in the city of Troy quoted a Wayne State professor. Dr. Joel Appel, who has lived in Troy for 16 years, said he is not opposed to a forum on city property. \"I don\'t have any issues with that,\" said Appel, a Wayne State University physician/oncologist. \"I don\'t see it as much different than a private group seeking a parade permit. And while I\'m not a religious person, if someone wants to pray in public and it gives them some solace, that\'s fine with me.\"