Burqas and Similar Attire Should be Outlawed (Iraq, patriot, Bush)

[Jay F]

I wish feminists spoke up against the burqa. I think on some level they like it because it's anti-beauty.

[Beenhere4ever]

Confused feminists may think it prevents lecherous men from ogling women. Trouble is that it is the most oppressive idea thought up against women. I'm totally for women wearing loose clothing that covers. But to mandate these shrouds is clearly not for the benefit of the women. It is a community controlling a member. Do feminists really wish such a thing for themselves?

[OneLess]

Originally Posted by mb1547

Since when is it ok for the US government get into the business of telling people how to practice their own religion? Who cares what's required in Islam or not? People have the right to do whatever the heck they want as long as they don't hurt anyone else doing it.

It's for security reasons.

[BentBow]

How is liberty and freedom defined by banning, or restricting?

[BentBow]

How is liberty & freedom defined, by bans and restrictions?

Is this the new definition?

[OneLess]

Originally Posted by iNviNciBL3

So do we also ban ski mask?

If they wear it in public outside ski resorts then yes.

[Nonarchist]

I've always wondered, but was too lazy to Google, why burqas and similar attire aren't colorful.

Does Allah say they must be drabby?

[LauraC]

In this country you have a right to bare arms. This is especially important in the hot summer months.

Also, what do male Muslim cross-dressers wear? You can't discriminate against them.

[citizenkane2]

Ban it......

[Vector1]

I have not read the different replies in this thread.

However I would ask of those who said it should be allowed in public, do you feel the same way about other people wearing masks completely covering their faces?
For instance would you have a problem with someone wearing a ski mask in a bank that you were in? How about a non PC type of covering, such as a full hood on a KKK outfit. If you are for those two examples, good for you, as you are not being a hypocrite. However if either rub you the wrong way, then ask yourself why.