Tag: law
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What Are The Edges Of Blasphemy?
The case of the mistaken prophecies of Julie Green shows why it’s folly to base any aspect of real-world government upon the fanciful prophecies of any religion.
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Poland Advances Ban of Blasphemy
The leaders of the executive and legislative branches of government in Poland are currently at work on legislation that would make blasphemy a crime punishable by a sentence of two years in prison. The lower house of the Polish legislature has already passed a version of the proposed law. The Roman Catholic Church has a…
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80 Countries Criminalize Blasphemy Or Apostasy Says New Report
A new report from Humanists International warns that blasphemy or apostasy is a crime in over 80 countries, and in 13 of these countries, the punishment for violating laws against insulting religion or living a non-religious life is death. “There are legal restrictions against expressing blasphemy, defaming or insulting religion or religious beliefs, or offending…
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Ben Carson’s Christian Heritage Of America: Death For Free Speech
The first significant Republican presidential campaign of the 2016 season has emerged under the banner of former doctor and political commentator Ben Carson. Carson has gained attention for himself by advocating a stronger Christian dominion over the U.S. federal government. Speaking recently to televangelist Pat Robertson, Carson said, “returning to our Judeo-Christian values can make…