If there are threats to hurt people in the UK, because of this stupid knighthood (what did he get it for?) then I think before a drop of blood is spilled in Britain, he should refuse to accept his 'honour'? He's cost the taxpayer a fortune already, in protection over the years.
2007-07-11 12:31:10 · 13 answers · asked by olivo 4 in News & Events ➔ Current Events
yes. Lets not do anything that angers the extremist muslims. I personally, am going to start wearing a burka. I know that men do not wear burkas. But better safe than sorry.
2007-07-11 13:08:47 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 2⤋
That's a very cowardly attitude! Salman simply exercised his freedom of expression and we should uphold that. He's a prize winning novelist and he deserves a Knighthood.
If we cower in the face of religious extremists then authors will know that Britain is a second rate country and they'll go and live in America where people aren't afraid to fight for freedom. Most Brits are not cowards and they want to stand up against Islamist threats so you are unusual.
2007-07-11 13:06:32 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
No, extremists will find other excuses if it is not Rushdie. It is mistake to think Rushdie should some how step away from this to avoid extremists' anger. It is outrageous that people are willing to kill other people over written texts. That's where the problem is, not Rushdie's book or other form of free speech.
2007-07-11 12:59:07 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
That would be cowardice. It's OK for you to be a coward and give in to these hysterical people but he is a public figure and courageous enough to make a stand against a primitive religion.
As for the cost of protection, he has probably paid more taxes than you ever will
2007-07-11 18:18:06 · answer #4 · answered by brainstorm 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Surely this knighthood is like geldof's purely honorary as I'm sure I heard he was born in India. I was under the impression that you had to be born in Britain to get a proper Knighthood
2007-07-11 12:43:39 · answer #5 · answered by john m 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
That's exactly what the terrorist want from all of us. NO, Rushdie must accept it and show the terrorists that life is not going to be their way, no matter their threats, and/or no matter the consequences.
2007-07-11 13:03:14 · answer #6 · answered by Millie 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Your quite right. People who have done something for the society should be given knighthoods and awards not those who have been a burden to the society. I think he should be extradited to IRAN. They would love to have him at the dinner table.
2007-07-11 12:41:41 · answer #7 · answered by yas 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Salman Rushdie is only thinking of what is good for him, not for you. Muslims are not given to altruistic gestures.
2007-07-11 13:23:30 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
As a gesture of good will towards the Brits I think he should refuse it but he should make sure he tells everyone that He still believes in Free Speech and will not be bullied or silenced !! Everyone has the right to their opinion!!
2007-07-11 16:53:16 · answer #9 · answered by Polar Molar 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Hi
I think he should keep his nighthood, poor chap's nearly bald, it'll help keep his head warm.
Ray. West York's. U.K.
2007-07-11 13:22:08 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋