Originally posted by Zenovia:
Dear DJS,
I seem to recall a few years ago, that the author of Satanic Verses' life was in jeapardy. He was, and might still be highly protected... although I'm sure by now they've changed his name and identity.
Actually though, the authorities in this country are not that stupid. I'm sure the FBI is involved, and checking everything in the killing of the Copts.
Zenovia
Hi Zenovia,
The author in question, Salman Rushdie, used be under protection. The fatwa pronounced by Ayatollah Khomeini, in '89, has been lifted. Mr Rushdie, though still in possible danger from individual Muslims, is no longer under threat by the whole of Islam.
But he is still outspoken when it comes to censorship. take care, wg