Feb 24 2011
Jordanian thugs need a journalistic investigative report
By Daoud Kuttab
Freedom of expression and the right to assemble are two basic human rights guaranteed in the Jordanian Constitution and in international treaties signed by Jordan. Naturally the right of expression should be defended irrespective of the content.
The executive branch, namely the police, is entrusted with defending the citizen, whether he is supporting or opposing the government’s point of view. At times, and with all the good intentions, the police are unable to carry out this duty for legitimate reasons. They might be understaffed, under-equipped or lack information. They might simply be caught off guard, just like anybody else. Continue Reading »