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“It is the freedom to blaspheme, to transgress, to move beyond the pale, that is at the heart of all intellectual, artistic and political endeavor. Far from censoring offensive speech, a vibrant and diverse society should encourage it. In any society that is not uniform, grey and homogeneous, there are bound to be clashes of viewpoints.”

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Kenan Malik
Kenan Malik

Kenan Malik is a British writer, critic, and speaker, known for his work on issues of race, religion, and cultural identity. Born on January 26, 1960, Malik grew up in London. His writings include 'From Multiculturalism to Pluralism: The Future of Race, Religion, and Culture'. more

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