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WHYS 60: World Hijab Day / Hillary Clinton

On World Hijab Day would you wear a headscarf? Also Hillary Clinton answers questions.

Would you wear a headscarf today - World Hijab Day? Non-Muslim women around the world are being encouraged to try out life wearing the traditional head scarf. For some people in the west, the hijab is a symbol of oppression and divisiveness. We're talking about the image of the hijab - does it protect or oppress? Also in the programme: This week, WHYS had the chance to ask Hillary Clinton questions during her global town hall debate.

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55 minutes

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Fri 1 Feb 201318:05GMT

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  • Fri 1 Feb 201318:05GMT

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