Samuel, this is a clear example of the mob reacting to a fear that the Archbishop has revealed. People are scared that Britain might become more Muslim and lose its sense of Britishness. Whatever that means.
The Archbishop did an immense amount of good by saying what he did - even if it was not an agreeable view. In discussion it can be useful to say something creative and provocative, hoping that people will be able to understand the ideas behind it.
What is interesting is that few of the heated responses actually quote him directly. They all link to other commentators.
Samuel, this is a clear
Samuel, this is a clear example of the mob reacting to a fear that the Archbishop has revealed. People are scared that Britain might become more Muslim and lose its sense of Britishness. Whatever that means.
The Archbishop did an immense amount of good by saying what he did - even if it was not an agreeable view. In discussion it can be useful to say something creative and provocative, hoping that people will be able to understand the ideas behind it.
What is interesting is that few of the heated responses actually quote him directly. They all link to other commentators.
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