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French Ban on Religious Symbols Could Expand

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January 22, 2004

French legislators consider including beards and bandanas in a controversial ban on religious symbols in public schools. Muslim girls wear bandanas as a discreet alternative to headscarves, which are already banned, and beards can signal devotion to Islam. The measures have sparked confusion and fear among religious minorities. Hear NPR's Nick Spicer.

 
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