Seven reasons why people are saying 'Je ne suis pas Charlie'

Hollywood stars among millions to say 'Je suis Charlie' but some are uncomfortable with the meme

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Last week's terrorist attack on the satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo in Paris has inspired millions of people to declare "Je suis Charlie". The meme has spread across social media and featured on signs held up by demonstrators around the world. It was shouted out as millions gathered across France on Sunday in unity with the victims and was seen on badges of celebrities at the Golden Globes.

But some people are now saying "Je ne suis pas Charlie". Here are their reasons why...

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