Egyptians Vote in Historic Election

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Egyptians are making history today by voting to choose their national leader. We look at the candidates and the role of religion, women voters, the military and the prospects for real democracy. Also, the presidential campaigns heat up after another round of primaries, and race and the right to vote in the State of Florida.

Banner image: Egyptians, both young and old, fill out their ballots in Egypt's presidential election on May 23, 2012 in Cairo, Egypt. Photo by John Moore/Getty Images