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Originally Posted by patsylimerick
Of course it should be banned. Apparently it's unacceptable to offend an entire religion - but perfectly fine to oppress an entire gender.
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Originally Posted by Zippy
I think they are a symbol of oppression. Totally sexist and send out a disgusting message that shouldnt be tolerated in this country.
What are our children learning from seeing women dressed like this? Take your backwards culture back to your own backwards country.
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Originally Posted by Zippy
It's not about clothing. This garments sole purpose is to hide women away. Its offensive and demeaning to the female race.
Its not even a religious requirement. Even if it were I'd still be opposed.
And its damn creepy speaking to just a pair of eyes through a slit. Men wouldnt be allowed to go round in balaclavas. Certainly not in shops, airports etc.
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Originally Posted by happyland
I'm not a feminist by the furthest stretch of the imagination but personally I believe the Burka symbolises oppression of women. I understand that their religion demands modesty, but to cover up every part of their body including their hair and head is just ridiculous in my opinion.
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Originally Posted by Niamh.
I see the Burka as a symbol of oppression, and to be quite honest I applaud Germany and France for banning it. It's backward and demeaning to women, If they don't like it then don't go to those countries.
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Originally Posted by Vicky.
Should be banned anyway, everywhere, for security reasons.
Or banned when ENTERING somewhere with cctv. Like balaclavas and motorbike helmets are.
But we cant say 'oh I/the camera needs to see your face' now can we  |
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Originally Posted by joeysteele
Well I am sorry but I am glad some Countries are banning it now,in these days of terrorism etc, I think 'all' citizens and people and children everywhere should be able to see very clearly who they are with in buildings, shops/stores and sharing the streets and all public places with.
With no exceptions whatsoever.
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Yeah, I agree ..... the burka is an anachronistic, repressive and potentially lethal form of female clothing ..... ban it and burn it .....
