National treasure Stephen Fry joined provocateur extraordinaire Christopher Hitchens to debate against Ann Widdicome and the Archbishop of Abuja, John Onaiyekan. The topic was ‘Is Catholicism a force for good in the world?’. Needless to say, Hitchens & Fry didn’t think so. Also needless to say, they provided the most convincing arguments of the evening. Mr Fry’s passionate and emotional speech is presented here in its entirety, along with his closing remarks. You can watch the entire debate, which runs about fifty minutes, by going to: www.intelligencesquared.com
On June 13, 2010, In Uncategorized, by admin
National treasure Stephen Fry joined provocateur extraordinaire Christopher Hitchens to debate against Ann Widdicome and the Archbishop of Abuja, John Onaiyekan. The topic was ‘Is Catholicism a force for good in the world?’. Needless to say, Hitchens & Fry didn’t think so. Also needless to say, they provided the most convincing arguments of the evening. [...]
On April 17, 2010, In Uncategorized, by admin
Atheism Vs. Catholicism: Is the Catholic church a force for good in the world? “It stands up for the oppressed and offers spiritual succour to billions say the Church’s supporters. But what about the Church’s teachings on condoms, gays and women priests, ask the detractors.” Speaking for the motion, Archbishop John Onaiyekan and Ann Widdencombe [...]
Atheism Vs. Catholicism: Is the Catholic church a force for good in the world? “It stands up for the oppressed and offers spiritual succour to billions say the Church’s supporters. But what about the Church’s teachings on condoms, gays and women priests, ask the detractors.” Speaking for the motion, Archbishop John Onaiyekan and Ann Widdencombe MP. Speaking against the motion, Christopher Hitchens and Stephen Fry.
