Some are demanding group worship at a time when collective physical distancing is necessary. Have a listen to why I think these are religious extremists.
Category: Quick Hits
Quick Hits: Victory in Europe Day
As we mark the 75th anniversary of the end of WWII in Europe – VE Day – we celebrate the sacrifices of the many who fought – and died. So what about VT Day – Victory against Terrorism? Alas that day will never be here.
Star Wars is a classic battle of good vs evil. In this podcast, Phil Gurski explores if the good guys are terrorists and if the Force is a terrorist ideology.
An unspeakable crime has occurred in Nova Scotia with the deaths of 18 people, including an RCMP officer. Was this terrorism?
Is it ok to kill terrorists regardless of the circumstances? Is a dead terrorist a good terrorist?
There is a lot of talk about terrorist use of advanced technology. How afraid should we be about this? Is the end of the world around the corner?
There is a movement to charge those claiming to spread the COVID-19 virus with terrorism. We only dilute our understanding of the word if we do so.
COVID-19 is causing a lot of fear and anxiety around the world. In India, some Hindu extremists are now blaming the country’s Muslims for the outbreak. In this Quick Hits podcast we look at the potential for violence.
Many people turn to religion in times of need. Some of the practices advocated by a few religious leaders are unhelpful and will aid in the spread of the COVId-19 virus. This too is religious extremism.
If you commit a crime in a foreign country that country has the right to arrest, try, convict, and imprison you (or execute you for a capital offence). Why should terrorists be any different?