The season of revolution: the Arab Spring and European mobilizations
The Tunisian revolution sparked the Arab Spring and led to the country's first free elections in October 2011. Despite challenges, Tunisia has made significant strides towards democracy, but the legacy of US intervention and domestic despotism continues to impact its progress.
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| Report location: | source |
| Language: | English |
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Interface: A Journal For And About Social Movements |
| Authors: | Corinna Mullin, Azadeh Shahshahani |
| Geographic focus: | Tunisia, United States, Global |
Methods
The research method used in this report includes analyzing primary and secondary sources on Tunisia's history of authoritarian rule, focusing on the “war on terror” period. Interviews with organizations and individuals, including former political prisoners and human rights advocates, provide insights into the legacy of US intervention and the challenges faced by Tunisia's democratic opposition.
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Key Insights
The Tunisian revolution was driven by grievances against authoritarianism, economic inequality, and lack of freedoms. The US's “war on terror” policies and support for the repressive Ben Ali regime complicated the transition. Despite a successful election, challenges remain in achieving the revolution's goals of freedom and social justice.
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Additional Viewpoints
Categories: English publication language | Global geographic scope | Tunisia geographic scope | United States geographic scope | arab revolution | arab spring | authoritarianism | ben ali regime | civil society | democracy | economic inequality | economic reforms | egyptian revolution | elections | eurocentrism | foreign policy | human rights | identity politics | international relations | islamist parties | living standards | military aid | modernity | orientalism | political prisoners | revolution | social justice | social movements | sovereignty | structural adjustment policies | transitional government | tunisia | us intervention | war on terror