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In reply to the discussion: TV ad encourages German women to wear Hijabs [View all]Demit
(11,238 posts)Since I don't follow individuals on DU very closely, I didn't have an opinion on whether the OP is a rightwing provocateur or a troll. I judged the German commercial & the OP's comment at face value. Yes, I could see that the model is not wearing a true hijab. I also could see that the intent of the commercial was to promote tolerance.
I have read in the past that many Muslim women LIKE wearing the head covering. Therefore I'm not going to be as loud as others in condemning it. I agree with whoever it was on this thread who said Live and let live.
I think the ad is a little stupid to call the hijab a fashion statement, but it is trying to normalize it, and in this climate of visceral hatred today I think that's a good thing.
I'm glad the post didn't get hidden.