Archive for October, 2009

Dutch leader tests free speech

From the Columbia Spectator – Controversial Dutch politician Geert Wilders’ right to free speech was expressed at Columbia University, where he spoke on Wednesday October 21st. He was met with little protest, even though many on campus questioned his views. Even the College Republicans, the sponsoring group, refused to support any of his statements against Islam.

October 23rd, 2009
Topic: Terrorism Awareness Tags: None

Anti-Islamic Dutch Lawmaker Event at University Cut Short as Crowd Turns Nasty

From the AP – PHILADELPHIA — Amid tight security and a large turnout of protesters, Dutch lawmaker Geert Wilders told an assembly of Temple University students that Europe and America must fight an ongoing “stealth jihad” that threatens democracy and free speech.

October 21st, 2009
Topic: Terrorism Awareness Tags: None