The Commissar has the entire document in English. I know that the biggest concern people have expressed regard women's rights. To be honest, it is difficult to tell how Women's rights will shape up under this constitution. Article 2 is the article that raises the most concern, and yet hope:

Article (2):

1st - Islam is the official religion of the state and is a basic source of legislation:

(a) No law can be passed that contradicts the undisputed rules of Islam.

(b) No law can be passed that contradicts the principles of democracy.

(c) No law can be passed that contradicts the rights and basic freedoms outlined in this constitution.

2nd - This constitution guarantees the Islamic identity of the majority of the Iraqi people and the full religious rights for all individuals and the freedom of creed and religious practices.

The constitution covers extensively the issue of human rights, and implies that Iraq will adhere to international standards in this area.

I am cautiously optimistic....

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