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Burning a holy book: the dilemma of free speech

Qamar, Azher Hameed LU (2023)
Abstract
In recent weeks, Sweden has experienced several Quran-burning incidents. These can reinforce anti-religious discourse and politicised campaigns against religious minorities. They can also put Swedish multicultural harmony at risk. Azher Hameed Qamar argues that we must interpret the laws permitting Quran-burnings as being in the best interest of the people
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Popular Science
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The Loop - ECPR's Political Science Blog
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English
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yes
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Azher is a writer, anthropologist, and teacher, currently working as post doctoral researcher at School of Social Work, Lund University, Sweden. He obtained his doctorate from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology. Azher's research focuses on social resilience, migration, and social integration.
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https://theloop.ecpr.eu/burning-a-holy-book-the-dilemma-of-free-speech/
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2023-08-18 18:07:04
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2023-08-23 09:16:06
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