Opinion
Egyptians will curse all politicians
November 21, 2011
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
November 18, 2011
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?
November 15, 2011
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
November 11, 2011
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
November 8, 2011
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
November 2, 2011
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
October 31, 2011
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…
Should Egypt repay its $35 billion debt?
October 30, 2011
Should Egypt repay its $35 billion debt?
Since Mubarak’s fall, steps are being taken to address the widespread corruption that occurred during his 30-year rule. The Illicit…
Hussam Tamam: A unique breed of researcher
October 30, 2011
Hussam Tamam: A unique breed of researcher
I hate to write about a friend who has passed away as words tend to fall short of expression. Hussam…
Audit and cancel Egypt’s debt
October 28, 2011
Audit and cancel Egypt’s debt
On 31 October, a group of researchers, activists and civil society organizations will launch the Egyptian Debt Audit and Cancellation…