Read an article on CNN about Blasphemy Day. Blasphemy Day was first officially observed on Sept. 30, 2009. Dedicated to the premise of free expression, the inaugural event featured lectures, provocative exhibits and other activities in a number of North American cities. The Center for Inquiry recently changed the name of the observance to International Blasphemy Rights Day in response to criticisms that the original event simply mocked religion; the new name reflects the connection organizers want to emphasize between blasphemy and the right of free speech.
| Website | http://www.cnn.com/2009/LIVING/09/30/first.blasphemy.day/ |
| Author | Moni Basu |
| Publication | CNN |
| Date | 09/30/2009 |
| Categories | Beliefs & practices, Society & culture |
| Locations | United States of America |
| Faiths | Atheism/Agnosticism |
| Languages | English |