PeterS wrote:
Christians wear their crosses and Jews their skull caps.
According to Rabbi Yosef Karo Jewish men should cover their heads, and should not walk more than four cubits bareheaded. Covering one's head, such as by wearing a kippah, is described as "honoring God".
Would Congress expect a Jewish man not to "honor" god?
Ah.. But here is the rub...
Wearing the hijab has nothing to do with honoring God...
It is not a symbol of Islam... It is merely a method of fullfilling the obligation Muslim women have to be modest and keep covered while in public....
If she claims that it is a symbol of Islamic faith and it is necessary for her to fullfill (her) understanding of Islamic law, then she should step down as that same interpretation would prevent a woman from holding office...