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"Prosecutors in Amsterdam said they would not take action against the singer Madonna over charges of alleged blasphemy during a concert tour in which she underwent a mock crucifixion. Young people belonging to the SGP, a small deeply conservative Protestant party, called for her to be prosecuted after she gave two concerts last September in Amsterdam during which she knelt and took off a crown of thorns while a crucifix was projected behind her. 'The pop singer Madonna will not be prosecuted for blasphemy and insulting faith,' the Amsterdam prosecutor's office said. The so-called crucifixion scene 'can lend itself to different interpretations,' the office said. 'The prosecutor's office believes that through her show, the singer on all the evidence tried to express her frustrations about certain situations in the world....it is not a question of contempt for God.' 'Furthermore, Madonna did not discredit Christians as a group.' The office said the plaintiffs could appeal."

It's a little ridiculous. I was led to believe that the Netherlands are rather progressive. Perhaps this is a case of being overly progressive and protective of minorities? Explain this to me, Christopher.

I probably shouldn't go there or I'll be arrested in the street.

I do wonder how long before this hits the states. Does "freedom of religion" include freedom from religion? Can someone sue me just because I disagree with thier belief system? many religious people ( and especially "christians" ) are the first to disparage other faiths and things they deem "lifestyles". Seems only fair they should be able to take it as well as dish out their bullshit.

making fun of crazy religious people is a God given right! ( pardon the pun...or don't )

source: yahooooooo news