Plight of Buddhist art

[Lars Martin Fosse]

If the Taliban are really destroying the statues, I owe them an apology.
They are sincere in their fanaticism, however deluded, whereas I thought
they were really asking for money or political concessions.

As for Mr. Oberoi's apology, it is accepted. But he should not feel too
contrite. I am used to the rhetorical flourishes on this list, and I would
not state my opinions on this or that if I were afraid of other people's
opinions, or for that matter of their anger. I can live with Mr. Oberoi's
views on me, just as I am sure that he can live with my views on him (they
are not quite so angry).

All the best,

Lars Martin

Dr. art. Lars Martin Fosse
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