Burqa Ban

[Toocool]

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/8652861.stm

Really, this is something very controversial. I myself am mixed on this issue, I see positives and cons to it. Thoughts?

[Chef]

not in this country. we can wear whatever we want. now, if a private business wants to put consistent dress code regulations that apply to everyone that is fine. "can't wear a burqua while working here" or if law requires a full head shot for a drivers license that is ok too. you can always choose to not get a license or work at the particular business.

[teej]

I'm split on it. I think people should be able to wear whatever they want or don't want. But I also don't like how the women in Islam are considered lesser people, to the point of being banned from showing their face. It's not right. But, I don't think anyone should tell anyone else how to live.

[Dcarnys]

I'm split on it. I think people should be able to wear whatever they want or don't want. But I also don't like how the women in Islam are considered lesser people, to the point of being banned from showing their face. It's not right. But, I don't think anyone should tell anyone else how to live.

Yhea I don't nessicarly agree withthe way their viewed ethier, but It's a religous issue not a government issue. I don't think this is gonna last long.

[x2pacalypse]

I just took an Islamic Civ class last semester and basically what I learned was that Muslim women are not necessarily considered lesser people by Islam, rather it is certain nations that interpret the Qur'an and Haddiths certain ways. The main principles of these ideas come from Saudi Arabia, Afghanistan, and Iran. I think those are the only countries that require a hijab (some type of head covering).

France already has certain laws against the burka and hijab; I'm pretty sure they are outlawed there as well. To ban something specifically because of a religion is extremely ignorant. Why ban a burka? There are no inherent health or side-effects to wearing or not wearing them, it is merely a way for one to relate to her culture and religion. I just feel like this is still a large riff between how Westerners perceive other cultures, almost a type of xenophobia. If there was some sect of Christianity that required veils to be worn, I don't think these same nations would have a problem with it. It's the negative connotations associated with Islam that are multiplied in outlets like the news that garner these laws.

my two cents