Response

With the recent incidents in Egypt, the only things that come to mind are the various discussions, readings, and documentaries we watched throughout the semester. As President Mursi becomes increasingly more dominating, citizens grow more and more dissatisfied. Looking back at the Arab Spring, such action has always taken place after the long build up of anger and dissatisfaction of the opposing group. However, we cannot say that this opposition is successful without looking at the various elements involved.

In a video posted on Al Jazeera, several leaders of the opposition are gathered at a press conference. Obviously, the opposition has structure and powerful voices behind it. The protests on the street also illustrate such unity--but we do not know if this will last. The passion is certainly there, as is the frustration and the drive among citizens. I think that in order for the opposition to be successful, social media must play an important role. 

We have recently discussed the importance of social media in class. I believe that having another vehicle to spread the opposition, besides word of mouth, etc., will make a huge difference. The youth are extremely important in this revolt, as they have been in the past, and pushing social media will give them another outlet to spread their beliefs and call for change. This will also allow Egyptians to reach out beyond the country borders and inform others of their fight.