Life and Death in the Media Flashcards
1
Q
Media should NOT criticise religious beliefs on life after death because…
A
- Might stir up religious hatred
- Might be offensive to religious believers
- Criticising what the Pope says could be seen as blasphemy
- Religious attitude based on God’s teachings. God is beyond human criticism
2
Q
Media SHOULD be allowed to criticise religious attitudes because…
A
- A free media is a key part of democracy
- If religions want to be free to say what they want then the media should also have that right.
- Life and death is such an important topic. All people should be made aware of the arguments
- Freedom of expression is essential for society to make progress (Karl Popper)