The Danish Cartoon Controversy: A Defence of Liberal Freedom” by Randall Hansen.
Answer the questions about the article. No formal paper is needed please just answer the questions.
1. One central issue in the debate over the Danish cartoons is whether the cartoons or cartoonists criticizing Islam are racist. Hansen argues that they are not racist, although in our next reading well see an argument with the opposing viewpoint. What is Hansens reason for saying they are not racist? How do you think a critic of his would try to debunk his argument? What are your own thoughts?
2. Hansen argues that Western democracies should not be compelled to change their values to assist with Muslim integration into their societies. In the next reading, well see an argument with the opposing viewpoint. How does Hansen argue for this claim? How do you think a critic of his would try to debunk his argument? What are your own thoughts?
3. Do you see any connections between the issues brought up in this reading and current events today? Explain.
4. Hansen thinks that some of the liberals who criticize the Danish cartoons on the grounds of religious insensitivity are hypocritical on this point given their attitudes towards and treatment of fundamentalist Christians. Why does he think this? Do you agree with his point?
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