Poll: Most say U.S. gender values trump Shariah law
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}A majority of people in the United States believe Islam and Shariah law discriminate against women.
When asked if they think "Islam and Sharia law are inherently gender-biased against women," most said they agree, according to a poll released by O'Leary Report. Fifty-nine percent said they "strongly agree" with that statement, while 16 percent said they "somewhat disagree." Only 5 percent said they "strongly disagree."
The next question explored a hypothetical situation in which police are called to respond to a domestic abuse incident involving a married Muslim couple, where the husband has beaten his wife. Under Shariah law, it points out, husbands are allowed to forcibly discipline their wives.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Three quarters of those asked said the man should be arrested for assault, and 9 percent said they should arrest both the husband and wife for disorderly conduct. Just 5 percent said to respect the husband's right under Shariah law.