Women have accomplished so many victories in our country, the most monumental Suffrage Movement in the early twentieth center culminating in the Nineteenth Amendment (which resulted in equality to vote) is still considered the “mother” of all female movements. Gaining more attention in the 60’s was the newly formed National Organization of Women, which nationally gained both positive and negative notoriety for their outspoken messages that women were people to be respected and recognized, and subsequently coining the new derogatory title of chauvinist pig to any male who dare to disagree with their principles. With that came many protests and ongoing organized efforts to achieve employment equality among men. Many related and relevant subgroups were always propelling the woman to be respected for making her own choices regarding her health, her career, and her self-worth. One cannot forget the instant change in American vocabulary claiming women were no longer housewives but domestic engineers. The message has been loud and clear that women want to be appreciated and respected for their contributions in any setting.
But have those advances been productive and persisted as the stalwart direction of women in America? The newest faction penetrating into our society has been silent, without fanfare or publicity. Do not be fooled in the misconception that this is a small movement and it will not affect all women in this country, young, old, or even unborn. The stealth infiltration and growth of Sharia Law is evident in many cities, suburban enclaves, and is being integrated in many school curriculums as young as elementary classes as well as institutions of higher learning. This is not a hypothetical situation, there are classes being taught today in various school systems that are indoctrinating our children to the world of Islam willfully teaching the praise of the “peaceful religion” including Sharia Law without parental consent. Even though mothers have been a traditional role model for being involved, everyone should be cognizant of what subjects are being taught and how “tolerance” has become the new torch word for transforming a new generation to a subservient populous.
Well, this writer has to ask the question, what has happened to NOW and all of the women and female driven organizations whose original goal was to promote, protect, and preserve the rights and respect of all women and females? All of these organizations are conveniently absent from the main stream media and have not issued any statements condemning the grievance treatment or punishment of women which are inhumane and violate human rights. These absentee organizations are leaving the battle for the women of America to fend for themselves. Everyone must understand that there is no similarity between Sharia Law and the American freedoms. Everyone must realize today that the difference between the two is this: CHOICE. Women in American have the freedom to make choices about their life, health, motherhood, marriage, divorce, employment, and religion. These choices will cease to exist if Sharia Law is allowed to continue to penetrate into our laws, educational system, and lifestyle.
There are a number of experts in our country who can provide solid information, explanations, and references to learn these differences. ACT for America has many outstanding videos and You-tube clips for public viewing, there are excellent books (read the Quran) for reading, and many articles on the internet. All provide factual guides to learn and understand the fundamental differences between our democracy which was thoughtfully crafted by our Founders and the irreconcilable conflict with Sharia law. Our freedoms which allow us to choose liberty, equality and secularism over the doctrines of submission and tyrannical theocracy are at stake. Do not lose the ability to select and make your own decisions by remaining silent. Choose to study and stay educated and be aware for yourself and the future generations of this country.
Arvene Kilby Bridgeton, NJ
