Free Speech

I found this really interesting article about the calling off of an opera production because of the potential reaction, while I was reading the news today. It brings up some really interesting opinions on free speech and freedom of artistic expression. Here's a quick quote:

"When the concern over possible protests leads to self-censorship, then the democratic culture of free speech becomes endangered."

Here's the link if you'd like to read further:
http://www.forbes.com/entrepreneurs/feeds/ap/2006/09/26/ap3047072.html