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Holocaust denying Bishop apologizes

Published: 27 February, 2009, 01:28

The British Bishop who caused a massive uproar when he denied the occurrence of the holocaust has offered an apology for his remarks. However, the Vatican issued a statement on Friday saying his apology was inadequate.

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3 COMMENTS

Father February 27, 2009, 16:46 quote

Why all the fuss, so much for the Western democracy which supposedly allows the right of freedom of speech! Maybe the bishop should seek protection in the only democracy left, namely Russia.

Brian April 25, 2009, 17:32 quote

Since when does anyone have to apologize to Jews for having an opinion?

Frank C June 04, 2009, 03:02 quote

Don't forget about the 2 million Catholics that also died in the German Concentration Camps. Frank C

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