In the name of fighting racism and terrorism, France has increased repression for insulting thugs. The punishment is not limited to insults by terrorists, or to thugs that belong to minority groups. It applies to anyone that insults any thug.

Freedom of speech includes the freedom to criticize, offend, insult or mock any person, organization, idea or practice. It includes the freedom to say things we disapprove of. France does not respect freedom of speech.

You can't crush an idea by banning it — not even a bad idea, such as bigotry.