The "dude" you agree with is actually a chick
It's a very difficult topic imho, and it's not quite as simple as she states it. Men forcing their women to wear a burka is totally unacceptable of course, and we (society) should not support that. On the other hand, I feel like governments shouldn't interfere on a personal level so deeply as to dictate them what to wear.. because then they're forced to wear certain things again - this time by the government - and I bet there are women who freely chose to wear a burka (even if it is beyond my understanding).
For some of us, the burka is a sign of suppression of women's and human rights and a sign of unwillingness to integrate in our western society.. but as I said, I don't believe it is that simple. It can be a sign of deep religiousness, even a sign of personal freedom and defence, a cultural debris or simply as an attempt to preserve a small part of their original culture. Heck, christians are allowed to wear a stupid crucifix around their neck.. why shouldn't "they" be allowed to show their religion. (damn christians!)
Personally (!) I think people should accept they can't cover their faces (and all of their body) in western cultures.. If I moved to a foreign country I would try to accept their culture and conform to their laws and customs. But I guess it's no easy process, especially if you never learnt the language and don't have a lot to do with the actual people because you're locked at home :/
