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February 9, 2016

Sikh Actor Prevented from Boarding Plane After Refusing to Remove Turban
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And an American actor and designer who follows the Sikh religion says he
was barred from boarding a flight in Mexico City after refusing to
remove his turban. Waris Ahluwalia said an Aeroméxico security official
told him he could not board any of the airline's flights unless he
removed his turban for a security check. The Sikh Coalition has demanded
an apology and awareness training.


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