|
|
||
Date published: 11/25/2009
Warning constitutes 'hate speech'
I've often wondered how letters to the editor are chosen for publication, as quite a few letters The Free Lance-Star prints seem to have little to do with what However, Mike Steele's letter on Nov. 20 took the cake ["Everyone, take cover at these words"]. It consisted of two sentences: "I have instructed my family and friends to take cover when they hear the phrase 'Allahu Akbar.' This rule applies in public places aside from the mosque." Having edited a college newspaper and taught journalism, I am familiar with the First Amendment; however, I'm also familiar with the concept of editorial restraint. Mr. Steele's letter may have been referencing a current event--the shootings at Fort Hood--but this adds nothing to the conversation about this tragedy. All the editors did was print hate speech, which is irresponsible and unbecoming Tom Panarese Ruckersville
only if you act like a racist.
in todays society if you are a caucasion christian and you disagree with any other race, creed or religion you are considered a racist.
Haven't seen or heard this much fear and anger being stirred into a single recipe for hatred, isolation, uninformed postured positions, ignorance and one side of something many use and abuse to make a point. What parts of free speech don't we understand? What are we really afraid of, besides ourselves. Duck and dodge all you want today, but that's not going to keep tomorrow from coming. Next time around you might want to consider turning the light swith to ON before you enter the room next time.
is a modern example of Newspeak, used to silence critics of social policies that have been poorly implemented in a rush to appear politically correct
I hope all my friends here have a wonderful and safe
Thanksgiving. I'd also like to be the first to wish you a Happy
Christmas and a Merry New Year. "سعيد عيد الميلاد وعيد رأس السنة
الجديدة."
|
|
|||||||||||||||||||
