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It is considered an offense if a woman appears in public, unless accompanied by a male relative or guardian.


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5 Responses to “It is considered an offense if a woman appears in public, unless accompanied by a male relative or guardian.”

Comment from Omar
Time March 19, 2010 at 6:53 pm

this is completely wrong.

Comment from nah
Time January 30, 2011 at 4:38 am

it’s not wrong this helps keep women where they belong, in the kitchen.

Comment from Matt
Time April 3, 2011 at 5:30 am

This does not have to do with the country itself. This has to do with islam.

Comment from Liz
Time June 28, 2011 at 1:30 am

This is correct. Simply stopping there for a layover, I attempted to go into a smoking room. Not permitted, so… I did what all women do. I smoked in the ladies room and let my cigarette fall through the hole in the floor intended for defficarion. Next, I attempted to purchase a bottle of water, and the man in front of me was charged. Once it was clear that I was to purchase it, I waited on the side of the stand until the line had dissipated. God bless America!

Comment from R Dawes For President
Time November 19, 2011 at 7:46 pm

This is just another reason why these people should not be allowed in the USA…their customs and fake religion are contrary to our belief in freedom and the Constitution and we should not have anything to do with them or their country.

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