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Originally Posted by vbnmu
Why should we dictate who is alowed to have nuclear power and who can't? Thats putting it on a different level but It all comes down to common sense. And this can be reflected on various other instances.
They felt offended, so be it.
The issue is really abt the worth of such honours! And IMO it's worthless if anyone and everyone seems to be getting it!
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We don't. The UN does. Well, the UN does but noone takes any notice anyway. North Korea and Iran will soon be nuclear weapon holders whether we like it or not.
Anyway, the award is only as good as the receipient. Some are deserving, some aren't. He's a successful writer who has lived under constant threat of death standing by his right to freedom of speech. Not an easy or weak thing to do. I'm not saying he deserves a knighthood, but some would argue he does.