In the absence of official security, civilian task forces have formed to deter and intervene against mob sexual assaults during protests in Tahrir Square.
Dancing disdain for US politics in Cairo
Huffington Post Live asked me to join others in a live online discussion of my article about politicians’ accountability in the rash of hate crimes across America in the past week.
Each day that our elected leaders remain silent about Oak Creek, a very loud message is sent across America about how seriously they take Islamophobia and xenophobia. And each day, another, even louder message from hateful people is sent.
(photo credit: Mosa’ab Elshamy) CAIRO — The Muslim Brotherhood has defiantly rejected attempts by the ruling military council (SCAF) to hold on to power as parliament …
Anticipation of rulings, disputes between parties leave Egyptians wondering about its young democracy’s future.
Former prime minister says he will bring order, defend civil rights.
Arab political commentator Sultan Al-Qassemi sat down with me to gush about the importance of Egypt in the Arab region’s revolutions.
The blogger who criticized Egypt’s ruling army speaks out after 10 months behind bars, unrepentant in his beliefs.
I had the fortune and honor to interview long-time human rights and democracy activist Dr. Saad Eddin Ibrahim to discuss the next generation of Egyptians …
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