How the West Stole Democracy from the Arabs w/ Elizabeth Thompson [Remastered]
Guerrilla History
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Syria's Quest for Democracy
This chapter explores Syria's pursuit of democracy after World War I, focusing on the efforts of the Fatat movement, the Syrian Arab Congress, and the writing of a constitution. It examines Syria's desire for a tolerant and multicultural society and their departure from the Ottoman Empire's Islamic-centric rule. The chapter also delves into the intentional mistranslation of the constitution by the French and discusses the views and beliefs of Rashid Rida regarding sovereignty and popular sovereignty.
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