Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper Vows To Reinstate Ban On Veiling During Citizenship Ceremonies

TORONTO (RNS) Canada’s prime minister is vowing to appeal a court ruling that struck down his government’s ban on wearing face veils during ceremonies that confer citizenship.

“I believe, and I think most Canadians believe, that it is offensive that someone would hide their identity at the very moment where they are committing to join the Canadian family,” he told reporters. “This is a society that is transparent, open, and where people are equal.”

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