The Egyptian revolution: crisis of neoliberalism and the potential for democratic politics

Angela Joya

Review of African Political Economy, 2011, vol. 38, issue 129, 367-386

Abstract: This paper argues that the Egyptian revolution of 25 January 2011 has to be understood in the context of neoliberal economic shift. The two decades of economic liberalisation policies were accompanied by authoritarianism while at the same time these policies opened up opportunities for crony capitalism. Post Mubarak Egypt has witnessed positive developments such as the rise of political parties, independent trade union federations and other social groups aiming to participate in rebuilding a democratic society. The paper explores the potentials for, and challenges against, building a democratic society in Egypt.

Date: 2011
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DOI: 10.1080/03056244.2011.602544

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