Seems that once again an “outcry” from Muslims has got a website taken down because it was offensive. Once again, free speech looses.
The irony is, Geert Wilders’s film makes the point that Islam is the enemy of freedom. I tend to agree with him on this point – while there are many non-violent and less radical Muslims, a lot of the stuff in the Koran and which forms the basis of the religion is highly objectionable. It’s offensive to me, but I don’t seek to have the Koran banned. Parts of the Bible are no better either, but I defend people’s right to read it.
There is an interesting interview on YouTube where Wilder explains some of his views:
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0jUuzdfqfc&hl=en]
Even if you don’t agree with his views on Islam, it’s hard to argue against his right to express them.
No religion should get special treatment in any modern, democratic and secular society.
