CLEAN : Dutch cartoonist calls for world cartoon war

The transcript discusses the provocative role of cartoonists and the importance of freedom of expression. It highlights the potential dangers of self-censorship and the slippery slope it creates. The speaker reflects on a past incident involving a controversial cartoon about the Holocaust, pointing out Western hypocrisy in handling sensitive topics. The idea of a 'cartoon war' is proposed, encouraging the production of anti-Western cartoons to stimulate thought and discussion.

What is the primary role of cartoonists according to the speaker?

• To avoid controversial topics

• To provoke thought and challenge ideas

• To illustrate without any deeper meaning

• To entertain without provoking thought

What might happen if satirical artists stop their work due to fear?

• Nothing significant would change

• Journalists and society might face increased censorship

• There would be more freedom of expression

• Cartoons would become more popular

What was the purpose of the Belgian Muslim organization's cartoon in 2009?

• To promote peace and harmony

• To support Western views

• To illustrate the beauty of the Holocaust

• To highlight perceived Western hypocrisy

How did the speaker view the controversial cartoon about the Holocaust?

• As a pointless exercise

• As an intelligent response despite personal dislike

• As a universally accepted piece

• As a failure to communicate

What is the speaker's wish for the future regarding cartoons?

• To limit cartoons to local issues

• To focus only on non-controversial topics

• To have more anti-Western cartoons to encourage dialogue

• To stop creating cartoons altogether