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Old 14-Nov-2008, 09:27
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Default Re: Poetry reading cancelled to appease religious fundamentalists

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Originally Posted by Stewart View Post
It would be nice if the article had said what was, risible as it would no doubt be, objectionable to the fundies.
I've ordered the book, so it might become clear upon reading.

What is worrying is that Waterstones caved in so quickly to the threats from Christian Voice. Fundamentalists from across the board are gaining confidence from things like this – and many people (and organisations, as seen by Waterstones' spineless performance) are terrified of upsetting religious types.

According to Patrick Jones's own website, violence had been threatened. In which case, the police should be arresting the people in question. Preferably to include the nasty piece of work that is Stephen Green – and then locking him up and throwing away the key.

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