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Libya articles on Democracy Chronicles
The 2011 uprising created more space for democracy in Libya but civil war and militarism have over taken democracy in almost all areas of the country. Under the regime of Mu’ammar al-Qadhafi, political parties were illegal, and all political activity was strictly monitored. Also see our section on World Democracy and our articles on the Arab Spring.
The Sad Lessons From the Arab Spring’s Collapse
Ethnic violence has led to a re-entrenchment of dictatorship following the Arab Spring’s collapse
Libyan Voter Registration Successful But No Plan For Vote
Amid chaos of war, an online Libyan voter registration is a surprising win, if a vote is ever held
Arab Comic Book Explores Life Under Dictatorships
“The Arab of the Future” by Riad Sattouf is unique Arab comic book with a political lens on region
Arab Spring Year Four: Nation by Nation Analysis
Violence, religious extremism and struggling peaceful democracy movements in Arab Spring Year Four
Libyan Peace Talks Suspended as Violence Spreads
If these peace talks do take place it will be up to the two sides to come to an agreement that will be beneficial for the Libyan people and to restore a civil society where people could live peacefully in their historically troubled country.
Can Peace Talks Reawaken Libya’s Arab Spring?
Hopes rising that major parties serious about new peaceful attempt to reawaken Libya’s Arab Spring
Local Vote in Libya’s Capital Reflects Widening Unease
Persistent violence continues to destabilize nationwide despite local vote in Libya’s Tripoli
Libya March Vents Fury at Continued Benghazi Violence
Continued Benghazi violence and assassinations against government spark protests for peace
Libya Holds Local Votes in Test for Turbulent Country
Libya holds local vote for municipal elections to test leading parties amid increasing turbulence