Saudi Women and Wheels

The right to drive is something we in America take for granted. There is no Constitutional amendment stating that this is a real right and we would laugh if there was. Enter, Arabia. The KSA or "Kingdom of Saudi Arabia" bands women from driving. It does not ban them formally, however, but informally. Every woman knows that to even apply for a license could mean jail time or whipping. This is now being challenged. A woman, with the aid of a lawyer, is attempting to bring a case against the state. It is crucial that this is being reported on international news channels. Without the knowledge and censure of the world this case might well be hushed up by less than honorable means. It will be interesting to see what plays out. Is Saudi Arabia finally ready to let a bit loose on its strict laws binding women to a life lived, in essence  inside the home and with the constant supervision of male relatives? Can and will it be able to stand up to the strict censure of the world if it rules unfairly in this case? Only time will tell. Suffice to say that next time I hop in my ride I will be thankful, and say a little prayer for all my fellow women who lack this ability.