There’s good news and there’s bad news


First came a surprise ban, but it was followed by an inspiring, heartwarming Court of Appeal decision.

THE banning of the book Breaking the Silence: Voices of Moderation – Islam in a Constitutional Democracy came as a surprise to me.

Get 20% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
Opinion , Azmi Sharom , columnist

Next In Columnists

Freedom to practise in peace
Truth from facts and logic
The price of staying in power
Tabung Haji: A story of mismanagement
Malaysian cities need to make walking safer
How are ties between the PM and DPM?
Vital to keep public walkways clear
Progress and heritage can co-exist
Sharing the Benefits of Smart Technologies: Building a Shared Digital Future for China and Malaysia
Stepping up to the podium�

Others Also Read