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Gov. Kathy Hochul responds to backlash from Bruce Blakeman over hijab controversy

Kathy Hochul and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, are trading accusations after Blakeman criticized the governor for wearing a hijab during a visit to an Islamic cultural center.

Gov. Kathy Hochul responds to backlash from Bruce Blakeman over hijab controversy

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Kathy Hochul and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, are trading accusations after Blakeman criticized the governor for wearing a hijab during a visit to an Islamic cultural center.

Gov. Kathy Hochul and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, are trading accusations after Blakeman criticized the governor for wearing a hijab during a visit to an Islamic cultural center.

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Kathy Hochul and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, are trading accusations after Blakeman criticized the governor for wearing a hijab during a visit to an Islamic cultural center.

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