Friday, November 30, 2012

Women's equality absent from Egyptian constitution

(CBS News) CAIRO -- The fledgling Egyptian democracy just got its first draft constitution, but a lot of Egyptians aren't happy about it. It is the work of religiously conservative supporters of President Mohammed Morsi. Protesters had already filled the streets of Cairo, angry because Morsi had granted himself near absolute powers last week. They fear that the new constitution will take away many of their rights.

MORE: http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-18563_162-57556568/womens-equality-absent-from-egyptian-constitution/

See also...

Islamists unilaterally pass draft constitution in Egypt
http://www.cnn.com/2012/11/30/world/meast/egypt-protests/index.html