Obama and the ‘D’ Word: A Tale of Two Speeches
DALIA MOGAHED, CGNEWS: In Cairo two years ago there was not a single mention of it. This time around it featured nine times – the word is ‘democracy’.
Forces of Unity to Sweep Aside Egypt’s Agents of Division
H.A HELLYER, CGNEWS: The spirit of solidarity that was displayed by Copts and Muslims in Tahrir Square is embedded deep in Egyptian society.
Simplistic World View Quashed by Arab Spring
KHALED HROUB, CGNEWS: Whether it was George Bush or Osama bin Laden we were presented for too many years too a simplistic a view of the Arab world.
Time for Muslims to Re-Discover their Voices
SYDNEY SMITH: Most Muslims, it appears, are relieved that bin Laden is gone but how do they deal with the prejudice and suspicion engendered by his deeds?
Israel, U.S. Players Recognise Urgency Of Peace Agreement
MICHAEL FELSEN, CGNEWS: The Israeli Peace Initiative which was unveiled in April has an ambitious goal, namely the resolution of all claims.
Time is Ripe for Re-alignment of U.S/Pakistan Relations
HUMA YUSUF, CGNEWS: The way in which the United States summarily despatched Osama bin Laden on Pakistani territory has alarmed and upset many in the country. Unlikely as it seems there is, however, room for optimism.
Of the People, By The People, For the People
MAHMOUD AMIN HISHMEH, CGNEWS: For too long Arabs have listened to the views of outsiders on what a ‘new Middle East’ should look like. Now they’re creating it for themselves.
Non-Violent Resistance Winning in Palestine
NATALIA SIMANOVSKY, CGNEWS: In September the United Nations will vote on whether to recognise a Palestinian state.
Palestinians Erased From Jerusalem’s History
YONATHAN MIZRACHI, CGNEWS: Palestinians living close to the ‘City of David’ archaeological site, where the city of Jerusalem first emerged, have found their antecedents are being excluded.
The #1 Victim of Al Qaeda Attacks? Muslims
HUSSEIN ABDALLAH, GGNEWS: Al Qaeda’s strategy of violence has made them less and less relevant to the people effecting change throughout the Arab world.
Saudi Arabia and Its Women: The Need for Change
MAHA AKEEL: Until Saudi Arabia implements this grassroots renaissance, it will continue to live a dichotomy of modern facilities but mental stagnation.
Time for a Rethink: An Open Letter to Terry Jones
SRI MURNIATI, CGNEWS: If you are genuine about helping Muslims shun violence, Pastor Jones, there are better ways to do it than burning our sacred text.
Getting Beyond ‘Yes’ and ‘No’ in Egypt
DR H.A. HELLYER, CGNEWS: The recent constitutional referendum delivered a resounding victory for the ‘Yes’ camp. Both sides, however, have a vested interest in protecting the freer, more plural Egypt that has emerged.
‘New Egypt’ Seen Afresh By An American Student
LEE ANN HOLTSCHULTE, CGNEWS: I’d booked the trip many months before the revolution so you can imagine that I treated my trip to Egypt in March with a little trepidation. It was an inspiring visit.
Secular Movement Gains Momentum in Lebanon
RITA CHEMALY: There have been a series of demonstrations in Beirut against the country’s so-called ‘confessional system’, in favour of a secular society.
Democracy Gets off to ‘a Flying Start’ in Egypt
JASON PETRUCCI: An impressive turnout, an engaged electorate, robust debate – the constitutional referendum in Egypt has given the people a taste of real democracy in action.
The Day My Vote Counted: A Trip Worth Making
HODA OSMAN: How far will you go to exercise your new-found ability to vote? I’ll tell you how far – 5,621 miles which is the distance from New York to Cairo
Israel’s Arab, Jewish Women Should Unite to Win Progress
WAHAT AL SALAM, NEVE SHALOM, CGNEWS: While the opportunities afforded to Arab Israeli women to participate in society would appear to be broadening, they still face significant obstacles.
Egypt: Time for Cool Heads and Hard Work
RABAB FAYAD, CGNEWS: Though the attention of the world has moved from Egypt to the strife in Libya there is a lot to be done to ensure the ideals of the revolution are fully realised.
Women With Men Directing Winds of Change
CARLA KOPPELL: Women’s role must be honoured in the struggle and protect against the fundamentalist push. Most importantly, their involvement will be key to enabling thriving societies
