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Friedman points to the parallel between the democracy movements in Eastern Europe and the Arab World, and sees one difference. Whereas the countries in Eastern Europe were mostly homogenous except for Yugoslavia, the countries in the Arab world are homogenous only in Egypt, Tunisia and Morocco. Which makes the transition to democracy that much harder with sectarian interests, the Sunni-Shiite divide, tribal differences, and the lack of a transition period for building democratic institutions. This will require vision, leadership and perseverance from Arab peoples and from the outside world.
Friedman on Egypt, Libya, Syria, Iraq and the Arab World's Transition to Democracy
02/10/2006
Friedman says the protests are about Egypt above all else, and its about Egypt and Egyptians desire for a freedom, democracy, better education, better economic opportunities and better lives. He describes the need in other parts of the Arab world to transcend sectarian, tribal and other loyalties, to establish moderation and build the institutions for citizenship and democratic government.
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Will Tunisia Be the First Domino?
Wall Street Journal 01/26/2011
New York Times 01/27/2011
The Democratic Options in Tunisia and Egypt
01/27/2011
Roger Cohen of the New York Times calls the street protestors in Tunisia and Egypt "revolutionary Geeks." They are young, pragmatic, looking mainly to be free of the shackles of despotic regimes and the lack of economic opportunity. The one party rule of the Tunisian ruler, of Mubarak and Quadaffi add up to one hundred years of despotism says Cohen. The failure of President Obama and Hillary Clinton to take a clear stand in support of change and in favor of democracy in the Arab world.
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Second Opposition Leader Assassinated in Tunisia
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New York Times 01/14/2014
Assassination in Tunisia Draws Spouse Into Politics
New York Times 10/25/2014
New York Times 01/27/2011
Egyptian troops let protests proceed as Mubarak names vice president
Washington Post 01/29/2011
Assurances to the West from Egypt's religious establishment about Egypt's path to democracy
02/01/2011
The grand mufti of Egypt, Ali Gomaa, assures the West and Egyptians about respect for democratic processes by the religious establishment. He says after throwing out one form of authoritarianism, he is not looking to replace it with another kind based on religion. As grand mufti, Gomaa acts as the head of Egypt's agency for religious jurisprudence.
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In Egyptâs Democracy, Room for Islam
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Muslim Brotherhood Raises Its Sights in Egypt
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The Weak Foundations of Arab Democracy
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George W. Bush: The Arab Spring and American Ideals
Wall Street Journal 05/17/2012
Washington Post 05/25/2012
Democracy protests in Libya
02/19/2011
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Wall Street Journal 02/20/2011
Cycle of Suppression Rises in Libya and Elsewhere
New York Times 02/19/2011
The restive Maghreb: Don't count your dominoes
Economist 02/19/2011
Gadhafi Defiant as Key Ally Defects, Oil Ports Shut
Wall Street Journal 02/22/2011
Pro-Gadhafi Forces Attempt Raids on East
Wall Street Journal 02/28/2011
Cameron Doesn't Rule Out Military Force for Libya
Wall Street Journal 02/28/2011
The Old Order in Egypt and the Democratic Transition- 2011-2013
02/01/2011
The framework for transition to democracy in Egypt, the old order and the military.
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Fouad Ajami: Egypt on the Brink—With No Clear Way Back
Wall Street Journal 07/02/2013
New York Times 07/04/2013
U.S. Struggles for Leverage as Mideast Crisis Deepens
Wall Street Journal 07/08/2013
Misgivings Over Coup Spread in Egypt
Wall Street Journal 07/12/2013
Washington Post 07/21/2013
Setting a new direction for the Arab and Muslim world.
01/06/2008
Obama's Cairo speech set the tone. But realities on the ground such as achieving reconciliation and efforts to work together among all political parties and factions as the US leaves Iraq, is crucial to set a new direction on the ground. Friedman says Iraq, Pakistan and Afghaistan are part of the same war. And he points out what other experts are saying that in Afghanistan what is done there stays there. Baghdad has the potential for setting anew direction for the Muslim world, as it has been a centre of education, culture and influence in the Muslim world, in the manner Cairo has.
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Addressing Muslim World, Obama Pushes Mideast Peace
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Iran President and Challenger Clash in Debate
New York Times 06/04/2009
President Obama's Cairo Appeal
Washington Post 06/05/2009
Wall Street Journal 06/04/2009
Israel, Saudi Arabia and the democratic transition in Egypt, Tunisia, Jordan, Syria and the Arab world- 2011-2012
05/14/2008
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Syria Condemns Israel for Air Assault Near Damascus
New York Times 05/05/2013
Israel Escalating Efforts to Shape Alliesâ Strategy
New York Times 08/18/2013
A Veteran Saudi Power Player Works To Build Support to Topple Assad
Wall Street Journal 08/25/2013
U.S., Allies Prepare to Act as Syria Intelligence Mounts
Wall Street Journal 08/27/2013
Saudi Arabia gets forceful on foreign policy - The Washington Post
Washington Post 10/25/2013
As the Middle East Burns, the Saudis Ease Up at Home
Wall Street Journal 06/25/2014
Arab states, democracy, public opinion, economic and social development and one party rule.
07/23/2009
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Washington Post 04/12/2016
Clinton Assails Arab Leaders, Urging Reform
New York Times 01/13/2011
New York Times 01/15/2011
Wall Street Journal 01/15/2011
As Tunisia Events Play Out Live, The Middle East Watches Warily
Wall Street Journal 01/14/2011
Democracy movement in Yemen
03/03/2011
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New York Times 05/11/2013
Yemeni Leader to Set Exit Plan
Wall Street Journal 03/03/2011
In New Face of the Opposition, Reflections of the Old Regime
Wall Street Journal 03/23/2011
Yemeni President Nears Deal to Resign
Wall Street Journal 03/25/2011
New York Times 04/12/2011
Yemen's President Agrees to Step Down
Wall Street Journal 11/24/2011
How Libya's tribal history and politics plays out in the struggle for democracy
03/08/2011
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Still Torn by Factional Fighting, Post-Revolt Libya Is Coming Undone
New York Times 07/27/2014
Libya's Prime Minister Presents Cabinet for Parliamentary Approval
Wall Street Journal 09/18/2014
As Libya Crumbles, Calls Grow for Feuding Factions to Meet Halfway
New York Times 04/13/2015
Before Dangers at Sea, African Migrants Face Perils of a Lawless Libya
New York Times 04/27/2015
Behind Libya Rifts, Tribal Politics
Wall Street Journal 03/08/2011
Between Gadhafi and Eastern Libya, a Mutual Distrust
Wall Street Journal 03/08/2011
The Framework for Egypt's Transition to Democracy.
02/28/2010
The drafting of a new constitution to be put to a referendum. Free and fair parliamentary elections within one year. An interim government and three member presidential council with one member from the military, suggests Mohamed ElBaradei.
Grouped Articles
Morsi Faces Ultimatum as Allies Speak of Military âCoupâ
New York Times 07/01/2013
Fouad Ajami: Egypt on the Brink—With No Clear Way Back
Wall Street Journal 07/02/2013
Prominent Egyptian Liberal Says He Sought Westâs Support for Uprising
New York Times 07/04/2013
New York Times 07/04/2013
Signs of Disarray Emerge in Egyptian Generalsâ Plan for Governance
New York Times 07/06/2013
Washington Post 07/21/2013
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