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In reply to the discussion: Weekend Economists View the Trojan Horse June 15-17, 2012 [View all]DemReadingDU
(16,000 posts)101. Fear and uncertainty on final day of Egypt presidential election
6/17/12
Fear and uncertainty on final day of Egypt presidential election
Egyptians have been voting on the second day of the presidential run-off, amid the tumultuous aftershocks of the countrys revolution.
Ahmed Shafiq, Hosni Mubaraks ex-prime minister, says he represents a return to law and order.
Those who want stability above all may find that attractive. However, others fear a return to military repression.
Enthusiasm for this vote has dipped compared to previous elections. There have been calls for a boycott, and many have not liked the choice facing them.
Shafiqs rival, Mohamed Morsi of the Muslim Brotherhood, has tried to moderate his Islamist stance, promising reform.
The election this weekend has been overshadowed by the row over a court decision to dissolve parliament, which the Muslim Brotherhood says is unlawful.
The presidential election may produce a winner but who wields power in Egypt may still be uncertain.
http://www.euronews.com/2012/06/17/fear-and-uncertainty-on-final-day-of-egypt-presidential-election/
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