This is the definition of false equivalence, that’s comparing two situations without considering their relative differences, leading to leaps in logic or inaccurate statements.
Sikh head wraps are an extra article of clothing which is worn for religious purposes and is widely recognized as such. This patch, while worn for religious purposes also contains clear political messages, which is inappropriate for a police officer. They are peace officers who if someone disagrees with, and they happen to be highly opinionated could ruin that person’s life unfairly or even cause them harm.
But disregarding that, and going back to my original statement, is not an extra accessory but a modification to the uniform, which is against the department’s policies. That is why this was acceptable to be made to be removed.
No I realize that, sorry, i was posting this on your comment for context, as im sure they’ll check for replies at some point, sorry if I came off aggressively
Take off every sihks turban then?
A patch is not a religious obligation. If it were a kippah it’d be different.
People should be allowed their religious freedom, but that doesn’t mean decorating their uniform however they want.
What are you talking about, sikh cops are allowed to wear their turbans
He’s suggesting that if person A needs to remove a star, person B could be forced to remove a turban
This is the definition of false equivalence, that’s comparing two situations without considering their relative differences, leading to leaps in logic or inaccurate statements.
Sikh head wraps are an extra article of clothing which is worn for religious purposes and is widely recognized as such. This patch, while worn for religious purposes also contains clear political messages, which is inappropriate for a police officer. They are peace officers who if someone disagrees with, and they happen to be highly opinionated could ruin that person’s life unfairly or even cause them harm.
But disregarding that, and going back to my original statement, is not an extra accessory but a modification to the uniform, which is against the department’s policies. That is why this was acceptable to be made to be removed.
Tell them that not me, I’m just clarifying the comment
No I realize that, sorry, i was posting this on your comment for context, as im sure they’ll check for replies at some point, sorry if I came off aggressively
Feel free to come off aggressively, this is the internet. It’s your right