I came across this story today and felt the need to share, I've never linked a whole article so hopefully I do this right.
You can find the whole story here from NPR, along with the transcript:
Artificial Virginity Device Sparks Backlash In Egypt : NPR
Quote:
Conservatives in Egypt are in a lather over a new device that promises to simulate the bleeding a virgin bride experiences on her wedding night. Politicians are calling the device an assault on Islamic and Arab values. But some young women say it's the inevitable result of Egypt's double standard when it comes to premarital sex.
The online ad from Gigimo promises women "no more worry," because they can restore their virginity for just $29.95. The ad says the "artificial virginity hymen" fits in the vagina and, upon penetration, oozes a bloodlike liquid.
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I'd love to hear your opinions on this. If you agree that Egypt should ban the sale of this device, can you tell me why?
Personally, I find this to be really sad. But what's even more sad is that it will probably sell very well in places like Egypt where a woman is required to be a virgin on her wedding night.