Why did they do this? A book only burns at fahrenheit 451 anyway

As I think this is closely related, but no one mentions it, what do you think about those laws: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flag_desecration

When the intent is to cause violence, even if it's not you doing the violence, there is a legitimate societal interest in telling you to cut that shit out.

We're told to pretend the golden rule always applies... but I'm pretty okay with supremacist bigots being treated worse, no matter which side they're on. If someone's motivations amount to terrorism and genocide then the exact nature of their actions is kinda secondary.

Tricky subject with no easy answer. What I will say, is that I think the governments should not grant allowance to burn religious scripture, or destruction of important symbols outside of embassies. That I think is 100% taking it too far. You are now purposefully, intending to incite a group of people. And there is no doubt that, that is your intent.

Personally I've been back and forth on my stance as I've reflected on the proposal, various arguments for and against, and my thoughts. I'm leaning towards it shouldnt be banned in public in general. But it should not be allowed directly outside of embassies as the only intention to wanting to do that is to incite others.