Susser, Leslie,

Promise or Peril?. Leslie Susser. - Jerusalem Report, 2005. - SIRS Enduring Issues 2006. Article 50, Global Issues, 1522-3221; .

Articles Contained in SIRS Enduring Issues 2006. Originally Published: Promise or Peril?, April 4, 2005; pp. 20-23.

"A wave of power is sweeping the Mideast--or is it? Protests in Lebanon, elections in Iraq, changes in Egypt could mean a friendlier region for Israel, but might also herald illiberal democracy and renewed hostility." (JERUSALEM REPORT) This article discusses the changing political atmosphere in the Middle East, which is becoming increasingly democratic, and examines issues that may stall or undermine the process of democratization in the region.

1522-3221;


Party of God (Lebanon)


Democracy--Middle East
Shiites


Lebanon--Politics and government
Middle East--Politics and government
United States--Foreign relations--Middle East
United States--Foreign relations--Syria

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