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December 03, 2009
A symbol of civilization
The city council of Catania, Sicily explains its decision to defy a European Cout of Human Rights ban on displaying the crucifix.
"Before being a testimony of faith, the cross is a symbol of civilisation for Europe and the West," said a statement approved and signed by the city's municipal council.
Posted by Ghost of a flea at December 3, 2009 07:18 AM
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Good for them! A small blow against the Euroweenie Eurocrats to be sure, but every little bit helps--it can become contagious...
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at December 3, 2009 05:18 PM
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