from Greg Callaghan in The Australian May 07, 2011 12:00AM
SIMON Longstaff, 52, ethicist, on religion, secularism, free speech and garage-sale bargains.
- There are those who use the notion of “free speech” and “freedom of religion” to vilify minorities. When is it appropriate to put limits on free speech?
- Can a society only be truly tolerant if it’s a secular one? After all, theocratic governments have never been known for their tolerance.
- Is it reasonable for religious institutions of whatever hue to demand – and receive – exemption from anti-discrimination legislation? For instance, the right not to employ gay people or non-believers?
Full Story: http://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/features/questions-simon-longstaff/story-e6frg8h6-1226049959062
