222 people answered the question should Muslim extremist groups be banned or debated?
77% (171) voted to ban extremist groups and 22% (51) voted that they should be debated.
I think those who commented gave a whole range of reasoning, and my opinion is a mixture of all, in a way. A main part of the current danger facing Europe lies in the ease of radicalization. Extremist groups work freely on the web and in the streets, and are even invited by governments to 'help' with the youth. These groups pose a serious danger and they should not be underestimated. Freedom of speech should not be given to those who work to undermine it.
I think their ideas and philosophies should be debated. I also think there's a lack of material on the subject and no real response to many of the arguments of the extremists. However, I don't think those groups should be given a podium, as that enhances their status as 'opinion makers'.
