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What kind of MPs do we want?

What kind of MPs do we want?

The controversy over the nature of the MPs that Egyptians want continues to rage as several complain about the lack…
A brief history of field hospitals in Tahrir Square

A brief history of field hospitals in Tahrir Square

Statement no. 84 by the Supreme Council of Military Forces on 24 November announced the establishment of a military field…
Egyptians will curse all politicians

Egyptians will curse all politicians

Deputy Prime Minister Ali al-Selmy’s supra-constitutional principles document is not actually his. Nor was it proposed by the cabinet. It…
The ghastly end of patriarchy

The ghastly end of patriarchy

I believe that patriarchal systems across the world are on the verge of collapse. The patriarchal system I am referring…
Is it the Islamists vs. the military?

Is it the Islamists vs. the military?

Last week, over the Eid break, the celebration and over-eating were marred by the news that Ali al-Selmi, the Deputy…
The uncompromising fate of Mina’s death

The uncompromising fate of Mina’s death

What is so significant about the horrid death of Mina Daniel? What distinguishes him from previous martyrs Khaled Saeed or…
Backlash against ‘Suzanne Mubarak laws’ was inevitable

Backlash against ‘Suzanne Mubarak laws’ was inevitable

Believe it or not: Egyptian men are busy planning and implementing another revolution, but this time women will not play…
Why Tunisia succeeds while Egypt fails

Why Tunisia succeeds while Egypt fails

I traveled to Tunisia over a week ago to attend the country‘s first free elections. As I left Cairo, I…
The people want a free media coverage law

The people want a free media coverage law

I was infected by the enthusiasm I saw recently from a group of independent Egyptian media workers and political activists…
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