In Middle East, Muslim Women Ask: to Veil or Not to Veil?

In Middle East, Muslim Women Ask: to Veil or Not to Veil?

Editor's Note: This article is the second of two that look at the attitudes of young Muslims toward Islam. The first looks at young American Muslims.

CAIRO -- When I arrived in her stylish office in the Al-Risala building here, I had expected Naira El-Sheikh, the young marketing director for the Middle East's hottest new Islamic satellite television station, might be wearing a veil.

After all, since its launch earlier this year, Al-Risala -- "The Message" in Arabic -- has drawn notoriety for its progressive staff of on-camera and behind-the-scenes go-getters who aren't afraid to show their Muslim colors.

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