Should Miniskirts Be Banned to Prevent Traffic Accidents?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the proposition made by Uganda's ethics and integrity minister regarding the banning of miniskirts to prevent traffic accidents, citing that such clothing distracts drivers. The conversation touches on societal perceptions, gender issues, and the implications of such a ban.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants reference a news story about the minister's comments on miniskirts and their alleged role in causing traffic accidents.
  • One participant suggests that the minister's stance may be politically motivated, implying a connection between clothing choices and political affiliations.
  • Another participant humorously comments on the nature of domestic violence, drawing a parallel to the discussion about miniskirts.
  • There are multiple references to the idea that women can be just as capable of violence as men, which some participants use to frame their arguments.
  • Several posts include light-hearted banter and jokes, indicating a mix of serious and humorous tones in the discussion.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion contains multiple competing views, with no clear consensus on the appropriateness or implications of banning miniskirts. Participants express a range of opinions, from serious consideration of the minister's comments to humorous takes on the topic.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects varying interpretations of the minister's comments and the broader societal implications of such a ban, with no resolution on the validity of the claims made.

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What's "news" about it? Women are just as capable of domestic violence as men.

- Warren
 
Unless those dishes were still sitting there from the first day he moved in with her, I think that one should be filed under, "You know you're dating a psycho when..."
 
invoice or novice?
 
tribdog said:
invoice or novice?

oops, I worked for a VoIP company. Since then, I have been putting invoice everywhere ;(
 
chroot said:
Women are just as capable of domestic violence as men.
Don't I know it. That's why I take my wife abroad for vacations.
 
jimmysnyder said:
Don't I know it. That's why I take my wife abroad for vacations.
:smile:
 
Shoot, I was trying to figure out the logic behind jimmysnyder's comment. Evo, if you hadn't posted your laughing smiley I swear I'd still be mulling it over!
 
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jimmysnyder said:
Here's a news story, not very important, but it caught my eye. I would have posted it earlier, but I had something important to do first.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/26742851/from/ET/?gt1=43001"

She sounds like a keeper to me. Some women wouldn't wait until halftime to attack you.

Plus, she attacked him with a sword, which is kind of exciting. The guy probably felt like he was in a "Kill Bill" movie.
 
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rootX said:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/7621823.stm
Uganda's ethics and integrity minister says miniskirts should be banned - because women wearing them distract drivers and cause traffic accidents.
:smile:

He's probably a Republican. Supposedly, the more popular short skirts are, the more likely a Democrat will be elected.

Actually, that's almost reason enough to become a Democrat.
 

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