A foolish law from 1846 in Michigan has made Terry Jones a martyr to the First Amendment. It is inconceivable that anyone with so much as a remedial knowledge of our Constitution would seek preemptive sanction against a citizen exercising their rights to speech and expression. The notion that such an action is necessary for fear of inciting violence is a dangerous concept as it suppresses our natural rights in the name of security. It is an effort at prophecy as law enforcement. Moreover, it subjects a free man in his exercise of free speech to sanction and incarceration in anticipation of criminal behavior on as yet undetermined third parties. This is the one of the most egregious violations of Constitutional law and cannot be tolerated under any conditions.
Below is an excerpt from "Gates of Vienna which includes the video.
From: Gates of Vienna
How far do we back down? How far do we give in? When do we say there is enough?
“I mean, is intimidation and fear enough of a reason to give in? And once we start giving in, well, when do we stop?
“…I don’t think it’s a good enough reason.”
Below are the closing remarks made by pastor Terry Jones during his trial today in the Dearborn courtroom. Many thanks to Vlad Tepes for YouTubing this video:
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