Kurt Krenn
Kurt Krenn (born June 28, 1936) is an Austrian Roman Catholic prelate and Bishop who ran a priests seminary in Sankt Pölten, near Vienna.
Views
Krenn argued against Turkey's entrance into the European Union, warning against the 'islamisation' of Europe and calling Islam a "very aggressive kind of religion" that will not easily allow for the political unity with the Christian faith.[1] He is known for his anti-European Union views.[2][3]
Abuse scandal
He resigned from his post in 2004 after there was an abuse scandal.
References
- ^ "Main political parties in Austria oppose Turkey joining the EU". EurActiv. 2004-05-14. http://www.euractiv.com/en/enlargement/main-political-parties-austria-oppose-turkey-joining-eu/article-117845. Retrieved 2008-03-21.
- ^ "Fancy a Turkish Holiday?". Bible Theology Ministries. November 2002. http://www.christiandoctrine.net/news/roman_catholic_news/roman_catholic_news_november_2002.htm. Retrieved 2008-03-21.
- ^ Delaney, David (2004-04-13). "Propaganda". EUROPEAN UNION FOLLIES AND MYTHS. http://www.kc3.co.uk/~dt/Propag.htm. Retrieved 2008-03-21.
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