Democratic aspirations faced obstacles from "summary" of A Rage for Order by Robert F. Worth
The idea of a democratic society in the Arab world faced numerous challenges as it sought to take root and grow. As people in countries like Egypt and Libya fought for freedom and political change, they encountered obstacles that hindered their progress. One such obstacle was the presence of authoritarian leaders who were unwilling to give up power. These leaders, such as Hosni Mubarak in Egypt and Muammar Qaddafi in Libya, used violence and repression to maintain their grip on power, making it difficult for democratic movements to gain momentum. Another obstacle to democratic aspirations in the Arab world was the lack of experience with democratic governance. Many countries in the region had long histories of autocratic rule, which meant that there were few institutions in place to support a transition to democracy. This lack of institutional capacity made it challenging for democratic movements to organize and govern ef...
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