I believe freedom of speech and freedom of expression are fundamental and sacred rights.
In
"On Liberty" John Stuart Mill wrote "...there ought to exist the
fullest liberty of professing and discussing, as a matter of ethical
conviction, any doctrine, however immoral it may be considered."
However, Mill also introduced a concept that became known as the harm
principle: "...the only purpose for which power can be rightfully
exercised over any member of a civilized community, against his will, is
to prevent harm to others." In essence, the basis of the harm principle
is making good, moral choices.
Perhaps Pastor Terry Jones skipped morality and ethics class that day....
His
plan to hold "Burn-A Koran Day on Saturday, September 11 defies clearly
moral judgment and the harm principle. Jones and his band of misguided
followers actions will be detrimental to the safety of our troops, to
our citizens, to people around the globe. Recall the international
outrage those Danish comic strips caused a few years back.
Those
who wish to protest Pastor Terry Jones' horrific Burn-A-Koran Day should
come to the event armed, not with guns or hatred in their hearts, but
with fire extinguishers.
Heck, let's go one step further and hold
"Put Out The Fire" rallies across the nation.... Organize a rally in
your community...organize a march of folks armed only with fire
extinguishers and peace in their hearts.
Have a joyful day everyone. And remember to live a flourishing life.
Rita
www.ritaschiano.com
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