MANY people will view Dr Julia Gasper’s comments about homosexuality as beyond the pale.
However we do live in a society that claims to value freedom of speech and opinion.
Her comments have provoked outrage, but surely death threats are as extreme as Dr Gasper’s views, if not more so.
There is a far better way for people to express their view in a mature democratic society: at the ballot box.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereComments are closed on this article