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‘[The burqa] is rooted in the belief that women are impure and inferior. This goes against the principle of equality, and against Article 14 of the Spanish constitution. [The hijab and body veiling are] forced on minors by their families, which means that they cannot choose for themselves.’

A Spanish human rights activist argues for restrictions on various forms of Islamic dress in her country.

Margaret Soltan, October 15, 2025 8:55AM
Posted in: end the erasure of women

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