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danielf · 07-01-2010, 15:10

While I do agree that people should be allowed to protest no matter how odious one may regard their opinions, protests can be banned to protect public order. I don't think this approach should be taken lightly, but in this particular instance I'd be inclined to agree. It's like freedom of speech really. As much as I value freedom of speech, it does not extend to shouting 'fire' in a full cinema.

Having said that. I don't think threats to disturb the peace if the march would not be banned are very helpful either...

07-01-2010, 15:10	#316
danielf cf.mega poser Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 16,687	Re: Islamic group's plan to march through Wootton Bassett While I do agree that people should be allowed to protest no matter how odious one may regard their opinions, protests can be banned to protect public order. I don't think this approach should be taken lightly, but in this particular instance I'd be inclined to agree. It's like freedom of speech really. As much as I value freedom of speech, it does not extend to shouting 'fire' in a full cinema. Having said that. I don't think threats to disturb the peace if the march would not be banned are very helpful either... __________________ Remember kids: We are blessed with a listening, caring government.