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Slander
by Just Dee
Created on: January 14, 2008
Being an artist myself, I understand art as an expression of oneself and their emotional state at the
by Jodie Scott
Created on: January 31, 2008 Last Updated: April 26, 2012
As I pondered this question, something about the title of this debate struck me. "Art that mocks faith:
by Randa Morris
Created on: April 13, 2008
For many people religion is a sacred thing.
Whether in Bhuddist, Muslim, Christian, Jewish or any other
Created on: April 29, 2008
I'd have no problem with art (and it's highly debatable whether or not a crucifix in a jar of urine
Created on: October 05, 2007
In our "politically correct" society where we tread softly with certain words, phrases and outward expression,
by Peggy Molloy
Created on: March 21, 2008 Last Updated: January 02, 2011
The determining factor in whether or not Art That Mocks Faith is freedom of speech or slander, is who
Created on: October 05, 2007
Hate and ignorance does not gain credibility because it is a work of art. It is still hate and ignorance,
Created on: October 06, 2007
The fact that we can write on both sides shows how much freedom of speech we have. Why is it that some
by Pj Cioffi
Created on: December 10, 2007
The ever present battle for adherence versus free speech wages on and on. I consider myself a recovering
Created on: September 30, 2007 Last Updated: October 02, 2007
I have been hearing lately about an add for the Folsom Street Fair in SanFransisco California. I have
by Harry Lamer
Created on: October 06, 2007
What a strange question it is, when we ask if art that mocks faith is slander or freedom of speech.
by Kat Shaw
Created on: February 10, 2008 Last Updated: March 27, 2012
I have difficulty with the question...first word, "art". Art? In whose opinion? There are those who
Created on: October 05, 2007
In all cases of liberty versus libel, freedom versus harm, a simple test must be applied: Is the freedom
Created on: April 05, 2008 Last Updated: November 10, 2008
Freedom of speech is an inalienable constitutional right of all Americans. This right grants people
Created on: November 10, 2007
I've just recently read that Fred Phelps, demented "pastor" of the Westboro Baptist "church," and his
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Freedom
by Jimmy Ettele
Created on: October 07, 2007
Once again, those in the free market, with an open mind, empty canvas, and a modicum of talent have
by Zach Bigalke
Created on: March 11, 2008
A student publication at the University of Oregon ignited a debate which inflamed a campus community
Created on: October 04, 2007
"I am more important than you." This is the main argument for anyone who gets worked up over anything
Created on: April 21, 2008 Last Updated: June 03, 2011
Freedom is more precious than faith. With freedom one may practice any faith, with freedom one may insult
Created on: October 10, 2007
A lesson in legal terminology: Slander is a vocal utterance that defames a person's character, libel
Created on: October 06, 2007
I have never heard of a drawing, sculpture, writing, painting, or piece of music killing anyone. If
Created on: December 02, 2008
There are two key words in the phrasing of the question, which need clarification in order to effectively
Created on: January 24, 2008
It's obvious that sometimes people need to be told not to take themselves too seriously. If someone
Created on: August 06, 2008
In America we defend the right to practice all religious faiths. We protect the rights of those whose
by Ted Sherman
Created on: October 06, 2007
In America, virtually all forms of speech, except that which urges violence or damaging slander on an
by Mac a'Bhaird
Created on: February 23, 2010 Last Updated: February 25, 2010
The question here is subjective, because the answer is, art that mocks faith can be both free
Created on: March 11, 2008
The whole idea of freedom of speech is that it exists because someone out there is going to be offended
by Raven Lebeau
Created on: April 14, 2008
Although mocking someone's deepest values is rude and can be hurtful, it is still free speech. What
by G E Barr
Created on: June 20, 2008
It is a human condition to take things for granted. To dig a safe rut and rot there. Without Freedom
by R.A. Scott
Created on: August 20, 2008 Last Updated: April 16, 2009
"My mother said to me, "If you become a soldier, you'll be a general; if you become a monk, you'll end
Created on: September 28, 2009 Last Updated: October 01, 2009
Art that mocks faith:Freedom of speech or slander?
Definitely freedom of speech. This would also constitute
Created on: April 21, 2009
A political cartoonist uses satire and exaggeration to depict their point of view. Whether it be defaming
Created on: April 03, 2009 Last Updated: April 05, 2009
Obscene art. I've heard this many times. It has come to be associated with the air I breathe as I further
Created on: September 03, 2008
"Let one righteous one cast the first stone!" Art is just that art, the freedom to express the talent
Created on: September 14, 2009
This topic is best dealt with by identifying some categories of art, the timing of the art, and the