Reading threads like this, it strikes me that few people on here really have any experience of the effects of racism, first hand. The fact that people are banging on about 'freedom of speech' shows they really are missing the point of why anti-hate laws exist. 'Oh well if people choose to be offended then it's their own fault and they should MTFU'. Please.
It's only the religious who claim the right not to be offended
Eh? What are you on about?
Do you have any understanding of anti-hate and anti-discrimination Law? It applies to everyone; a person should be able to enjoy their lives free from sexism, racism, homophobia, religious intolerance and prejudice against their physical or mental abilities. Which is why we have laws regarding the employment of people of all colours, creeds, gender, sexuality and ability. It's called the Equal Opportunities Act. Do you not agree with that? Let's hear your thoughts. Maybe women shouldn't get decent jobs? Maybe people with disabilities should accept that they will have the piss taken out of them? Maybe Gay people should be abused publicly?
Come on. Exercise that muscle inside your skull a little more. Have a think about things.
We live in a very open and tolerant society, in many ways. We are relatively free to express our views whatever we think. But we are also entitled to live without fear, threat or being made to feel inferior.
Freedom of Speech: Do you think the neanderthals who thought it was a good idea to film themselves burning Korans believe in others having freedom of speech?
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