The Big Cover Up

Their own mothers did not wear the veil but in the post 9/11 era, many young Muslim women in Europe see covering themselves as an act not of self-erasure but of power and freedom. But how do others in the West feel about this sign of radical Islamic identity: does it raise uncomfortable questions for all of us?

Here is a story of Rahmanara Chowdhury who is a bright, affable woman with a charming laugh and an approachable manner. She is a part-time teacher who teaches teenagers 'interpersonal skills, teamwork, personal development' while dressed in an outfit that conceals her whole body and face, except for the eyes. I found this interesting article in Observer