To die for speaking out is a price too steep to pay - Archbishop
To die because of exercising the freedom to express oneself was a price too steep to pay, Archbishop Charles Scicluna said today.
Speaking while exchanging New Year Greetings with President Marie Louise Coleiro Preca, the archbishop spoke about the need for freedom of expression in a strong and healthy democracy.
He said after making his statement: "and you know who I'm talking about".
His reference to the murder, on October 16, of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia was obvious.
He added that, even if the criticism expressed was at times harsh or had a sting, "we must protect these freedoms".
In reply, the President said that in reaction to "this macabre murder" she hoped for the speedy start to the much needed constitutional reform.
While freedom of expression was essential, she raised concerns over gratuitous and excessive criticism leveled towards those who dedicated their lives to public serviceThe Archbishop and the President also exchanged pleasantries and expressed their satisfaction at yesterday's marathon charity fundraiser.
The President was then visited by Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Joseph Muscat.
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