Egypt’s Referendum Redux By: Bessma Momani , / January 16, 2014 Once again Egyptians have gone to the polls to vote on a constitution. But what this is really about is legitimizing a coup argues Bessma Momani.
Egypt After Morsi 101 By: OpenCanada Staff , / January 7, 2014 As Morsi’s trial resumes, OpenCanada runs down what you need to know.
Morsi’s Last, Lonely Days in Power By: Bessma Momani , / July 9, 2013 Bessma Momani on why the West didn’t stand up for Egypt’s first democratically elected president.
Why Egypt Needs Space from Morsi By: Bessma Momani , / February 25, 2013 The Egyptian president had only a small window to repair the damage wrought by Mubarak, and Bessma Momani says he failed to use it effectively.
A Crisis of Confidence By: Bessma Momani , / January 29, 2013 The latest round of protests reveal the continuing fragility of post-Mubarak Egypt, and the increasing frustration of Egyptians with the current regime.
Demand for Arab ‘Strongmen’ Weaker Than Ever By: Bessma Momani , / January 18, 2013 The Arab world is looking for effective leaders who can deliver real and lasting change, not new strongmen, argues Bessma Momani.
Egypt’s (False) Choice By: Bessma Momani , / December 10, 2012 Bessma Momani on the country’s upcoming referendum to decide the fate of Morsi’s constitution.
Should Morsi Be Given a Chance? Yes and No. By: Bessma Momani , / November 27, 2012 The Egyptian president was wrong to usurp the judiciary, but his opponents don’t have the right to usurp the general will either argues Bessma Momani.
Ideological Ceasefire By: Claire Schachter , / November 23, 2012 Ideology isn’t something that any leader can turn on and off at will, but that does not necessarily lead to irrational policy making.