What we are seeing is a growing resistance by Europeans in general against what they perceive as creeping islamism in their societies. This is entirely for Europeans to decide of course. But it is obvious that the impetus for the actions by a large majority of the Swiss is not the least bit restricted to only Switzerland. The reports about this also indicate that Swiss feminists were very vocal in spport of the ban. This is not surprising. Women should be in the forefront of the fight against some things Islamists want to bring into Europe... note I said SOME THINGS!!!.

Ken

It's not absurd to Europeans, Mountainman. I speak French and German, and often read reports and editorials in those languages from European media. There is a growing resistance to what Europeans perceive as creeping islamism. Whether or not it is justified deserves discussion. That the belief in this exists is a real and growing phenomenom. This is, I think, a clear case of the majority of Europeans going against what the current, governing entities want. I'd call it an example of European revolt against political correctness. My French and German friends like the analogy.

I recommend France Soir, and Der Spiegel. Translations are usually available for Engish speakers wio wish to follow European events through European media.

Besser ist wen im Deutsch oder Fraszosich alles liesen ist.

C'est mieux pour moi de liser en francais parceque j'ai la facilite avec la belle lange.

Ken