Of course a case of civil liberties emerges within the house I am staying in Lebanon.
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We’re going to Jail, Stay tuned!
On November 30, 2011, Comedian Edmond Haddad and Actress Rawya Al Chab were sentenced to serve one month in jail. In the name of the Lebanese people, the sentence was based on Article 532 of the penal code.
It referred to an opinion press article published days after Rawya, Edmond and many friends hosted a charitable comedy night on December 23, 2009. Their “crime” using on stage “indecent” “humor” “terminology” and “gestures”.
The Money collected was donated to the Brave Heart Fund.
Today, Rawya and Edmond face their Appeal hearing in order to claim back their freedom of speech!
Because Comedy is not a crime.
Because Justice was based on tabloids’ reports.
Because We do not live under Taliban yet.
Prison might be fun, but it’s a matter of principle… We count on YOU to spread the word; to friends, colleagues, neighbors… Join us and show your support at Court: Wednesday April 25, 2012 at the Beirut Justice Palace (Adlieh) at 9:00 AM.
We are asking folks to bring a pair of boxers for the comedians to sign.
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Support Lebanese Comedians Rawya Al Chab and Edmond Haddad claim back their Freedom of Speech!
On November 30, 2011, Comedian Edmond Haddad and Actress Rawya Al Chab were sentenced to serve one month in jail. In the name of the Lebanese people, the sentence was based on Article 532 of the penal code.
It referred to an opinion press article published days after Rawya, Edmond and many friends hosted a charitable comedy night on December 23, 2009. Their “crime” using on stage “indecent” “humor” “terminology” and “gestures”.
The Money collected was donated to the Brave Heart Fund.
Today, Rawya and Edmond face their Appeal hearing in order to claim back their freedom of speech!
Because Comedy is not a crime.
Because Justice was based on tabloids’ reports.
Because We do not live under Taliban yet.
Prison might be fun, but it’s a matter of principle… We count on YOU to spread the word; to friends, colleagues, neighbors… Join us and show your support at Court: Wednesday April 25, 2012 at the Beirut Justice Palace (Adlieh) at 9:00 AM.
We are asking folks to bring a pair of boxers for the comedians to sign.
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