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Why more and more women are drawn to the Islamic State

Who are they and what are their motivations?

11/20/2015 | Rating NR

PBS News Hour

Why more and more women are drawn to the Islamic State

Clip: 11/20/2015 | 4m 52s

Who are they and what are their motivations?

Experts say that more and more women are making the decision to join the Islamic State. Who are they and what are their motivations? William Brangham finds out from foreign affairs and defense producer P.J. Tobia, the host of NewsHour’s “Shortwave” podcast.

11/20/2015 | Rating NR

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