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WillowTheWhisp · 08-10-2006, 15:21

I have actually been told by a muslim woman that more have chosen to wear the burkha since 9/11. For her it is a sign that she is not afraid to be seen as a devout muslim. She doesn't intend it to be confrontational and hopes that non muslims will be able to see devout people such as herself being less likely to be dangerous terrorists. As I said what we need is more open dialogue on the subject and then perhaps we'll have less fear and suspicion.

I think Jack Straw had every right to ask women if they would mind removing their veil and looks like none had objected up to now. This has grown out of all proportion to the original issue.

08-10-2006, 15:21	#79
WillowTheWhisp Resident Waffler Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Accrington, Hyndburn Posts: 18,142 Blog Entries: 14 Liked: 14 times Rep Power: 1062	Re: The Last Straw I have actually been told by a muslim woman that more have chosen to wear the burkha since 9/11. For her it is a sign that she is not afraid to be seen as a devout muslim. She doesn't intend it to be confrontational and hopes that non muslims will be able to see devout people such as herself being less likely to be dangerous terrorists. As I said what we need is more open dialogue on the subject and then perhaps we'll have less fear and suspicion. I think Jack Straw had every right to ask women if they would mind removing their veil and looks like none had objected up to now. This has grown out of all proportion to the original issue. __________________ Last edited by WillowTheWhisp; 08-10-2006 at 15:27.