The BBC alerts us to a new global campaign by humanist organizations against blasphemy laws.
The International Humanist and Ethical Union (IHEU) says that, in the wake of the Charlie Hebdo attacks in France, the time is right for countries to abolish laws that protect religious sensibilities. But blasphemy laws nevertheless remain popular in many parts of the world.
We know, Beeb, that’s why the campaign is needed. [Read more…]