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Originally Posted by blankall
Really surprising that only one senate member voted against this.
To tell you the truth this really is overbreadth. I agree that there has to be limits on when face coverings can be worn, but a total ban was not necessary. Also, not entirely comfortable with this:
"The law imposes a fine of 150 euros ($190) and/or a citizenship course as punishment for wearing a face-covering veil"
Combined with the recent mass expulsion of Romas, I'm not entirely sure I like where France is headed:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-11301307 |
I love the citzenship course idea. Problem is it should be the offenders husband who has to attend the course, not the offender. Clearly these people need a course to help them understand why the Birka is being banned and to educate them on basic human rights and freedoms.
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