Im really confused by this one...

Why is the hooded gown in black not white?
Is this even significant?
I give up trying to understand...

And further to that...

I often wonder why the Burqa mural is in Newtown...
Besides the fact that it's his property so he can do whatever he wants, it seems to me someone willing and passionate enough to stand up for an issue should take it to where it's relevant.

I mean, why not hang this up in Lakemba if you really feel strongly about opening a debate about the burqa. Let people that it actually affects take part in the debate.

From my perspective of living in Newtown, the only burqa I have EVER seen here is one that was part of an art installation, in response to Sergio's SAY NO TO BURQAS mural.

So by my calculations, the incidence of Burqas in Newtown has increased thanks to Sergio. Ironic hey?

Ooooo K....

If only he understood that when you make large public statements, people should know or understand what your bangin on about, right?
This apparently is about the removal of a sculpture in the Blue Mountains so why oh why is it in Newtown? Anyway, at least it's better that the crappy burqa mural

Brilliant!

Its the subtle things that make my day...

(Note the addition of the asterix and footnote)

Even though we don't have a Bill of Rights here in Australia, Sergio is a big advocate for "free speech*
* As long as it reflect's his own personal opinions.

I'm so hearing ya sister!

Sergio's response...

So one can only assume while he is not repainting his precious wall or wasting Police time, Sergio spends his time googling himself. Because he's finally found this blog - Yay!

So how has he responded to this blog you ask? Let me give you a peek into the mind of a sexist madman. In response to this image in particular...

 "They do have very large back sides don't you think, these two should be in Burqas" - sergio

Hmmm, so there's an exception for women with large bottoms is there? I can see your argument for banning the burqa runs deep.

If you keep comments like these coming Sergio, its my pleasure in publishing them.

My ten cents worth...

I agree everyone is entitled to an opinion. Hey, I'd like to see less old guys walking around in speedos at the beach but Im not going to scream it on a loud-speaker.
I'd like to see Pole dancing become an Olympic sport, but Im not going to start a parade about it...
The thing that shits me most about the "Say no to Burqas" mural is not Sergio's opinion because as I said, everyone's entitled to their own opinion. IT'S THE WAY HE'S SAYING IT.

As Ive said before, I put the burqa issue aside because I am not a Muslim woman and can not speak on their behalf. I do however resent ANY man who attempts to dictate to women, regardless or background or culture, what they should or should not wear in my community. And I also resent a mural that appears, to the outside world, to be the only voice of our community, when there are many voices and many opinions which do not get heard or seen above his shout.

I offer a different perspective. It's a blog - my blog. If you don't like it, don't read it.

Just to reiterate...

This blog aims to keep track of the many changing faces of the "Say no to Burqas" mural - including both sides. I publish both Sergios constant repainted images as well as the comments and reactions OF OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY to the mural, both on the mural and in the local area as I come across it. I also offer a virtual wall for anyone to repaint without the fear of repercussion or damage to property.
I do not support all comments, nor do I support Sergio's. However, the joy of having a blog is I am able to show what is happening in my community and add my own personal commentary when I feel moved.

While I welcome your comments, nasty, inappropriate or mundane input will be deleted at my discretion. Keep in mind, it's STILL my blog and my perspective.

Even aliens are banned from burqas it seems...

20 May, 2011