In the Arab World, It’s the Past vs. the Future
In this column, Thomas Friedman expounds on his concerns about the Arab world today. With the Arab Spring this past year and more countries such as Syria now with its own revolts, Friedman doesn't see a bright future for any of the Middle Eastern nations unless somehow, they get a peaceful transition to democracy. He is in awe of the determination of the Arab youth, but also sees reason to be cautious because of those countries' histories. Also, he questions if Egypt, Syria, Tunisia and others will be able to make this transition without any guide from the outside world.
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