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Oswald's avatar

It's not wrong to criticize the actions of someone, even if they have passed, but is putting up a literal sign at their grave an appropriate way to do this? (The answer is no)

Everyone who has ever lived could have their actions criticized and have their own sign put up at their grave. Where does it end? Can a tomb not be where the dead rest in peace? Put these kinds of messages up on a website or somewhere else where it can be seen by all and keep them away from their resting places. I wouldn't want this done to the graves of the worst criminals. Maybe that makes me complicit in their crimes, or whatever, but I guess I just don't think this kind of thing belongs at someone's grave, especially at a cathedral.

I don't want to sound unsympathetic to those who have suffered from abuse, but there is a point when those seeking restitution need to be called out for going to far, and this is one of those times.

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Stephen C's avatar

Interesting that this has taken place in Germany. Germany has made a true priority of showing repentance for their actions during World War II. But if we are gonna to start putting signs on the graves of dead Germans for serious moral failures that have occurred during their lifetime, we are gonna need more signs. Like, lots more.

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