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The Gaddafi Revolution in Libya
In May 1987, Gaddafi declares a revolution within a revolution. But he's lapsing into self-parody as he tightens the reins of power. He becomes jealous of celebrity and encourages popular takeovers of local TV stations. The evening news is now read by someone dragged in off the street. In Libya's soccer league players have their names stripped from their shirts.