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Originally Posted by ScaredWebWarrior
I thought the 'we're running out of virgins' one was quite amusing. I didn't infer that the chap at the gates was anyone in particular, so I don't see the problem with that one.
I still haven't seen the full set as published - the 'bomb head' one wouldn't be a problem unless someone specifically stated that the image was supposed to represent Mohammed. Which wouldn't be necessary to make the point, really.
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I think the whole reason behind the offence being caused is taht they are all supposed to be of Muhammed. In reference to the 'running out of virgins' one, if this wasn't supposed to be a caricture of the prophet I wouldn't be as offended as I am now, if offended at all. Similarly with the 'bomb head' one if that was a cartoon of any other muslim it wouldnt offend me, nor suprise me that thats what people think of muslims. But the fact iits supposed to be the prophet is where the offence lies.
On a note of Freedom of speech, is it neccessary to offend so many people just to demonstrate that we have freedom of speech. I firmly believe in freedom of speech, but I wouldnt call anyone's mum a slag just because Im entitled to.