Egypt’s Referendum Redux By: Bessma Momani , / 16 January, 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 , / 7 January, 2014 As Morsi’s trial resumes, OpenCanada runs down what you need to know.
Morsi’s Last, Lonely Days in Power By: Bessma Momani , / 9 July, 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 , / 25 February, 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 , / 29 January, 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 , / 18 January, 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 , / 10 December, 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 , / 27 November, 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 , / 23 November, 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.