Is France still a secular state? (Ali Saad. Al Jazeera)

There is an urgent need to lay the foundation for a genuine social cohesion while respecting citizens' diversity.

http://www.aljazeera.com/indepth/opinion/2016/10/france-secular-state-161003061405621.html

Why is Tariq Ramadan demonised in France? (Ali Saad, Al Jazeera)

"I come from a country [France] where, a year ago, 11 million people demonstrated in defence of the freedom of expression. Ironically, now it is almost impossible for me to be allowed a place in Paris where I can hold a debate with Tariq Ramadan!" said French journalist Alain Gresh during a lecture in Brussels last month.

http://www.aljazeera.com/indepth/opinion/2016/04/tariq-ramadan-demonised-france-160406100710313.html