1. The State of Arab Transitions: Hope Resilient Despite Many Unmet Demands
- Author:
- Mirette F. Mabrouk and Stefanie A. Hausheer
- Publication Date:
- 02-2014
- Content Type:
- Working Paper
- Institution:
- Atlantic Council
- Abstract:
- Three years after the citizens of Egypt, Libya, Tunisia, and Yemen took to the streets demanding freedom, dignity, and greater economic opportunity, they are struggling with a harsh reality: political change is a slow, painful process. In many cases, the goals of the revolutions are far from being realized. Yet despite the lack of momentum—and in some cases, notable setbacks—there is a recognition that the wall of fear has been broken. This profound shift means that citizens in these countries will continue to demand basic freedoms and more accountable governments that deliver for their people.
- Topic:
- Democratization, Human Rights, Human Welfare, and Social Movement
- Political Geography:
- Middle East, Libya, Yemen, Egypt, and Tunisia