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0 pointsserge2k10y ago0 comments

> well above the U.S. and U.K. -- for instance, head coverings are not allowed in public schools

is that even really about separation of church and state? Somehow I doubt it.

Also the US takes the, IMO, "better" position of saying that individuals practicing private religion doesn't break separation of church and state. Organized religion does.

Of course the US also effectively forces their children to recite a pledge (which includes "under god"), which I find rather distateful.

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stvswn10y ago

I'm not endorsing it, but the French attitude (generally) is that religion is a private concern that doesn't belong in the public forum. They view public displays of religion by private individuals with suspicion and distaste, which is different culturally from the U.S. Like I clarified below, I don't admire that specifically -- I do admire that they treasure and protect their civic values in the face of intimidation.

serge2kOP10y ago

or maybe they don't like displays of the Muslim faith.

elros10y ago

You can't wear a cross around you neck in a public institution either.

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