Freedom of Expression
Beirut, 7 February 2006
Lord Alderdice, President of Liberal International, in addressing the Lebanese Parliament:
“People often turn to violence when they feel humiliated and disrespected. Of course we must properly condemn the dangerous and terrible violence which took place in this beautiful city just yesterday with the burning of the Danish Embassy, but one must also say that freedom of expression is not only a fundamental right, but also a profound responsibility and one which must be conducted with respect for each other”