Document #1005348

Forum 18 (Author)

Why can't believers speak on social themes?

https://www.ecoi.net/en/file/local/1005348/1329_1204620735_belarus736.pdf
ecoi.net description:
While speaking in cultural centre about ethics baptist deacon was accused of violating unwritten rule banning religious believers from speaking publicly on social issues; local authorities closed down meeting; ahead of presidential elections on 19 March religious leaders warned by authorities not to get involved in politics
Country:
Belarus
Source:
Forum 18 (Author)
Published:
3 March 2006
Document type:
Appeal or News Release
Language:
English
Document ID:
1005348 (former ID 30198)

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