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Deference to Islam trumps the Constitution? Sep 15th 2012, 21:37 BBC News Quote: "Egyptians, Arabs, Muslims - we need to reflect the true identity of Muslims, how peaceful they are, and talk to the Western media about the true heart of the Muslims, that they condemn violence," said [Egyptian Prime Minister] Qandil. "At the same time we need to reach a balance between freedom of expression and to maintain respect for other peoples' beliefs." When asked whether he thought the US should change its laws governing freedom of speech, he replied: "I think we need to work out something around this because we cannot wait and see this happen again."

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