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Gender equality and religious freedom in politics

(129 Posts)
absentgrana Sat 01-Sept-12 08:34:23

I can't help wondering why any woman would have anything to do with them in the first place and why would such a woman want to stand for election. But the principle is right.

MiceElf Sat 01-Sept-12 08:23:43

Excellent, well reasoned decision

Greatnan Sat 01-Sept-12 07:51:16

If only it had some power in other countries! I suppose there will be the usual outcry about religious freedom but the women's rights have prevailed. (Of course, it would be better if the women left the sect.)

Bags Sat 01-Sept-12 07:31:23

A religious sect in The Netherlands is not allowed to prevent women from standing for election. Good ruling. Glad to see the ECHR can and does make sensible decisions sometimes.