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But he was accused of telling a group of young Muslim men just days after the attack that an apocalyptic battle between Muslims and nonbelievers was at hand and that Muslims were obligated to engage in holy war. He told the group that defense of the Taliban was a requirement and that U.S. troops were a legitimate target, according to court testimony.
Originally posted by boogyman
Wait a minute hold on here...
The man was given a life sentence for expressing his opinion?
But he was accused of telling a group of young Muslim men just days after the attack that an apocalyptic battle between Muslims and nonbelievers was at hand and that Muslims were obligated to engage in holy war. He told the group that defense of the Taliban was a requirement and that U.S. troops were a legitimate target, according to court testimony.
Interesting.
I dont really know the details of this case so Im not going to comment any further on it until I find out more.
Originally posted by Djarums
Free speech is great.
Encouraging people to become more effective at murdering others doesn't fall under it.
Originally posted by boogyman
Originally posted by Djarums
Free speech is great.
Encouraging people to become more effective at murdering others doesn't fall under it.
Does this mean that all the white supremacist groups in America are going to get life sentences now? It just seems a little strange thats all.
Originally posted by arnold_vosloo....
There is strong evidence that allowing these clerics freedom to express their opinions had actually reduced the possibility of terror attacks.