Finland's prosecution of a Christian MP and bishop for quoting Bible verses represents a dangerous assault on religious freedom, that could effectively ban Christianity. The prosecutor demands criminalization of harmless Christian speech even without demonstrable harm, creating Soviet-style interrogations that force believers to recant their faith or face prison.
Finland's hate speech case properly addresses public statements that challenge LGBTQ dignity and could harm vulnerable communities. The prosecution seeks accountability for expressions that go beyond private belief to public incitement, ensuring all citizens receive equal protection under laws designed to prevent discrimination and harassment.
There is a 75% chance Finland will be ranked as the happiest country by the World Happiness report, according to the Metaculus prediction community.
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