Artist Bassem Youseff is facing court in retaliation for Egypt’s Jon Stewart political comedy
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News about the struggle for democracy in Egypt. Egypt is not a functioning democracy. According to Freedom House, after the fall of the Mubarak dictatorship, "establishing a functioning democracy has not succeeded and the rise of a new era of dictatorship are evident". Also check out our section on World Democracy or our articles on the Middle East and the Arab Spring.
Jon Stewart-Style Egypt Show is Back On Air
Jon Stewart-style Egypt political satire is dangerous but heroic work amid the turbulence of national politics
Letter to the Egyptian Ambassador from July 2013
Dear Egyptian Ambassador, Will you consider using this quite simple but most important and effective voting method —Approval Voting— for your next election?
United States to Cut Aid to Egypt After Crackdowns
The United States government will be cutting/suspending aid to Egypt after violent clashes and crackdowns between the Muslim brotherhood and the army.
Democratic World is Wrong to Pick Sides in Egypt
Pick Sides in Egypt: Morsi coup may have prevented a dictator but democracy should not be abandoned in Egypt
How an American Soccer Coach Has Become Diplomat
Bob Bradley an American professional soccer coach has become diplomat after leading Egypt national soccer during times of epic turmoil and controversy
Yemen Women’s Activist Denied Egypt Access
Political work of Yemen Women’s Activist and Nobel Laureate has her banned from entering Egypt
Egypt Divisions Fuel Growing Turmoil
Nation sees growing political instability amid Egypt divisions and new government’s unsuccessful attempt at reconciliation with rival groups in old guard
Protest and Civil Disobedience Erupting Worldwide
Civil disobedience and citizen protest are becoming the norm in major cities across the world
Egypt Constitution Panel Set Amid Protests
Muslim Brotherhood continues massive protest movement nationwide as government moves to change constitution and Egypt Constitution panel set up