Arab Spring Peaceful Libya Election Held and Declared Representative of People’s Will
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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.
Libyan Elections Hailed Despite Problems
Democratic World Hails New Member as Libyan Elections Hailed Free For First TIme
Dangerous Instability Marks Libya’s First Ever Election
Violence Mars Historic Day Turnout to Vote in Large Numbers in Libya’s First Ever Election
Libya Votes For First Time as Troubles Surface
Some Protesters Burn Ballots as Unrest Prevents Voting as Libya Votes For First Time
Libya Votes in Unprecedented National Elections
Libya Votes: Diverse Yet Small Nation Seeks to Emerge From Decades of Crazy Dictatorship… Libya Votes
Libya Election Tomorrow as Violence Causes Worry
Libya Election Tomorrow Related Violence and Threatens to Spoil Ballots and Haunt New Democracy
Troubled Arab Spring as Libya Approaches Historic Elections
Violence Plagues Election Preparation as Libya Approaches Historic Elections, Struggles to Form
Libyan Women Build Political Power in New Democracy
Debate Continues Over Role of Women in New Libya Between Religious, Liberals and Moderates as More Local Libyan Women Build Political Power
Democratic Transition Tested by Libya Election Turmoil
Timing of Election Thrown Into Doubt as Libya Election Turmoil and Power Struggle Define Politics
Demands For Federalism Increase in Post-War Libya
Regionalism and Tribal Politics Have Shaped the Post-Gaddafi Political Landscape Despite Federalism Increase in Post-war Libya