Sunday, December 23, 2007

A Rumour from Ankara:Reciprocating the Injustice

"A Rumour from Ankara:

Reciprocating the Injustice

Even though the historical proofs are not enough and there is no international consensus or a court decision yet, in some countries, it is illegal to announce that the claims about the so-called Armenian genocide is a lie.

Switzerland is one of these countries with such a law, which clearly contradicts with the freedom of speech. Dogu Perincek, the leader of Workers' Party of Turkey -a figure that I personally dislike, was -unfortunately- convicted and sentenced in Switzerland because he denied 'the genocide.' Moreover, Swiss authorities obstructed his right to defend himself by not issuing him a visa prior to his trial."

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