From Pampered Princess to Polarizing Politician
Preview: Season 12 Episode 22 | 2m 4s
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As the first Muslim woman elected to lead an Islamic nation, former Pakistani Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto's life story unfolds like a tale of Shakespearean dimensions. She evolved from a pampered princess to a polarizing politician in one of the most dangerous countries on Earth.
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From Pampered Princess to Polarizing Politician
Preview: Season 12 Episode 22 | 2m 4s
As the first Muslim woman elected to lead an Islamic nation, former Pakistani Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto's life story unfolds like a tale of Shakespearean dimensions. She evolved from a pampered princess to a polarizing politician in one of the most dangerous countries on Earth.
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Preview: S12 Ep22 | 30s | Airs Thursday, March 8, 2012 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings. (30s)
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