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Published in: HomeJassim Buhejji, a life for BahrainThe Bahraini activist Jassim Buhejji was a quiet figure who nonetheless played a formative role in sustaining the...
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Published in: HomeIslamists bring religion down to earth: the end of religious idealism
The movement was in disarray until the historical revolution offered it a second life - a revolution that they did...
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Published in: HomeThe socio-economic foundations of Bahrain’s political crisis
A study of income inequality in Bahrain highlights the failure of the Government to extend its aid to those who need it most.
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Published in: openDemocracyUKDemocracy and its definitions: a talk by Donatella Della Porta
Presenting the data gathered through an extensive, cross-national research project carried out in different European...
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Published in: HomePalestine's deal, and an emerging paradigm
The leading Palestinian factions, Fatah and Hamas, signed a declaration in Doha on 5 February 2012 that committed...
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Published in: HomeYemen after Saleh: between uncertainties and divisions
After nearly nine months of protests, more than 900 deaths and approximately 25,000 wounded, the President of Yemen...
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Published in: HomeWho are the 40%?The Islamist win in Egypt confirms a trend. Religious absolutism is now out of the equation: people are empowered to...
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Published in: HomeTunisia: the power of example
The pioneering role of Tunisia in the Arab awakening is being sustained a year on as it negotiates its democratic...
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Published in: HomeIslamism and secularism in Tunisia
In Tunisia at least, radical Salafism is not just a challenge to secularists: it’s also a challenge to moderate...
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Published in: HomeThe snails are marching in their shells one year on
Ancient wisdoms and future challenges come together after the elections in Egypt: the Islamic parties will not have...
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Published in: HomeReflecting the public will in Egypt: between rhetoric and institutionalism
Despite the success of the January 25 Revolution, Tahrir Square at best offers a powerful platform for monologue on...
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Published in: HomeTunisia: The Arab Spring’s first president, almostWhile there is hope that Tunisia’s first democratically elected president marks a fresh start, only time will tell...
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Published in: HomeMorocco: Why do I boycott?
Moroccan opposition activists are stepping up calls for a boycott of today’s parliamentary election, saying it can...
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Published in: HomeThe last Moroccan king?
The Makhzen (the name given in Morocco to the state apparatus) seems to be losing the deterrent effect on which it...
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Published in: HomeCritical thoughts on critical thinking in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia's government is infusing billions of riyals into programmes and services, much of which is oriented...
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Published in: HomeThe Saudi complex: power vs rights
Saudi Arabia's rulers are deploying a mix of force and largesse to contain the threat of democratic protest. But an...
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Published in: HomeThe Moroccan exception, and a king's speech
Morocco is not immune to the forces of change sweeping across the Arab world. But the response of its head of state...
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Published in: openSecurityJordan demands democracy, not disintegration
While Arabs express solidarity, the specificity of each nation must not be overlooked. In Jordan, Mohammed Hussainy...
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Published in: HomeCalling Europe's bluff in north Africa
Europe has taken too little interest in the political path of its southern neighbours, argues Fabrizio Tassinari.
