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February 27, 2012

National Post: Banned by Kenya, controversial Canadian preacher delivers speech via Skype

by Stewart Bell
National Post

TORONTO — Deported from Kenya last week due to security concerns, controversial Canadian Muslim preacher Bilal Philips nonetheless delivered his planned speech to Nairobi’s biggest mosque on Saturday via Skype.

“I advised against any violent demonstrations which may cost the loss of lives over this minor issue,” Mr. Philips told the National Post on Sunday. “I further advised the Muslim community to take the necessary steps to combat ‘Islamophobia.’ ”

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