Americans focus too much on Islam as a deterrent to women's rights in Arabic nations, an internationally recognized women's rights activist says.
Women are inferior in all religions.
It's important to realize that religion is only one of many forces affecting the plight of women globally, Saadawi said in a pre- lecture interview. Economics and politics team up to play more of a role in suppressing women's rights and affecting related issues such as health care and poverty, she said. I hope to demystify some of the words that are being spread around. Saadawi, a widely published author, was to speak March 30 in the lecture series sponsored by USM's Honors College as part of USM's celebration of Women's History Month. She also planned to speak to classes and student groups during her week-long stay.