[knighthawk]

The veil of Islamic fundamentalist groups as a political symbol has been massively abused

Monika Hohlmeier, Bavarian Culture Minister

[Dallas59]

Here come more throat slashings and school burnings.

[dschoemaker]

Have to say I am torn on this one. Would hate for the same standard be applied to other religious symbolism.

[NRA1995]

This is all Bush's fault

[Spok]

Problem solved. Why didn't we think of this?

[wideawake]

The one good thing about the German constitution is that is truly federal.

The Lander can actually pass sensible local laws without having to ask leftist Berlin first.

[Red Badger]

Banning headscarves to fight repression of women is like banning bikinis to fight sunburn.....

[sierrahome]

Christian symbols represent a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and are just as Cherished and Sacred worn beneath a shirt as above the shirt. The Cross in my pocket reminds me of my Savior whom I have asked into my heart. Christians show their faith through hearts and hands.

[Excuse_My_Bellicosity]

The ban should be on muslims, not headgear.

[EggsAckley]

Interesting irony: the word "veil" spelled a little differently spells "evil."

[Sender]

I don't know how to say balls in German, but this lady has a set.

[lormand]

From what I understand about German politics, is that Bavaria is Germany's most Conservative state. Is this true?

[The_Media_never_lie]

Culture Minister Monika Hohlmeier argued that the headscarf was a symbol of the repression of women

I hope the brave Culture Minister has adequate security.

[tkathy]

The headscarf is associated with rape (when not worn). IMO the entire west should ban these things in all government schools and offices. Would work wonders.

[IStillBelieve]

Isn't Bavaria the more conservative, wealthier part of Germany?

[Clemenza]

Can we ban du-rags and baggy pants for our black and Latino population?