I am writing with regard to the article “US law and an abusive Saudi” (Apr. 14). We have to laud anyone or any authority, be it in the East or in the West, that promotes justice and protects the rights of the victim. There should be strict laws against wife beating. Education is not just about degrees and income, its about being civilized and being in a peaceful and compassionate relationship with fellow human beings. Islam condemns acts of violence against women. Intellectual Mind, Online response II. People who think Western countries give more rights to women than Saudi Arabia are merely victims of the propaganda of Western media and Hollywood. Believe me that Saudi Arabia's women have far more rights, safety and respect than women in other countries. We should be thankful to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Farookh Ali, Online response