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The Arab Spring failed to establish inclusive institutions from "summary" of Why Nations Fail by Daron Acemoglu,James A. Robinson
The Arab Spring was a series of uprisings in the Middle East and North Africa that aimed to overthrow autocratic regimes and establish more democratic systems. However, despite the initial optimism and hope for change, the movements ultimately failed to bring about lasting transformation. One of the main reasons for this failure was the inability to establish inclusive institutions. Inclusive institutions are defined as those that allow for broad participation in economic and political decision-making, regardless of background or identity. They are crucial for ensuring long-term stability and prosperity in a society. In the case of the Arab Spring, the movements were successful in toppling dictators like Hosni Mubarak in Egypt and Muammar Gaddafi in Libya, but they struggled to create new institutions that were truly inclusive. Instead, power vacuums were created, leading to political chaos and infighting among different factions. This lack of inclusivi...
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