Religion & secularism
For each question, what divides the two sides and the best argument of each, without caricature.
- Should Europe's Christian roots be affirmed?Europe's Christian roots should be affirmed.
- A nativity scene at the town hall?A town hall sets up a nativity scene in its lobby.
- Is Islam compatible with democracy?Islam is compatible with democratic values.
- A mosque in your town: for or against?A mosque is to be built in your town.
- Pork-free school meals: for or against?In school canteens, menus…
- Are Muslims discriminated against?Discrimination against Muslims is a major problem.
- Is religious separatism a threat?Religious communalism (groups living apart by their own rules) is a major threat to our society.
- Should religion classes be replaced?Religion classes at school…
- Should other religions' holidays be added?Religious public holidays…
- Should burkinis be allowed in swimming pools?A woman wants to swim in a burkini at a public swimming pool.
- Should workplaces offer prayer rooms?Employees ask for a prayer space at work.
- Does secularism target one religion?Secularism is now mostly used to target one particular religion.
- Sexist remarks by a cleric: should they be punished?A religious leader makes statements contrary to equality between women and men.
- Can pupils refuse a class for religious reasons?A pupil refuses a class (mixed swimming, biology) for religious reasons.
- Headscarves for public officials: for or against?A receptionist in a public administration wants to wear a headscarf.
- Ritual slaughter without stunning: for or against?Ritual slaughter without stunning…
- Can all religions be caricatured?It must be allowed to caricature all religions, including the Prophet of Islam.
- Should the state pay clergy salaries?The state pays the salaries of ministers of recognised religions.
- Religious symbols at school: should they be banned?Pupils' visible religious symbols in state schools…