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October 30, 2011 · 0 Comments

For Young Women, A Horrifying Consequence Of Mubarak’s Overthrow

Via The New Republic Cairo—Ali, a 34-year-old Cairo businessman who asked that his real name not be used, is weighing whether or not to circumcise his 12-year-old daughter. Female circumcision, or female genital mutilation (FGM), as it also known, involves removing part or the entire clitoris. In more severe forms…

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For Young Women, A Horrifying Consequence Of Mubarak’s Overthrow

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