Finnish politician and pastor’s wife Dr. Päivi Räsänen was found guilty of “hate speech” by Finland’s top court because of a pamphlet she wrote over 20 years ago in which she called homosexuality a developmental disorder. Finland’s Supreme Court acquitted Räsänen of guilt related to a tweet she posted in 2019.
“I am shocked and profoundly disappointed that the court has failed to recognize my basi...
The controversy surrounding Dr. Päivi Räsänen highlights the ongoing debate in Finland regarding religious freedom and expression, particularly as it relates to LGBTQ+ rights. The Supreme Court's decision has sparked discussions about the limits of free speech, with some arguing that Räsänen's comments were hateful and harmful, while others maintain that she was simply expressing her personal beliefs. Räsänen has stated that she will appeal the court's ruling to the European Court of Human Right...