How the West Stole Democracy from the Arabs - Book Discussion

Explore the historical narrative of Arab democracy in this thought-provoking conversation featuring Elizabeth F. Thompson discussing her book "How the West Stole Democracy from the Arabs: The Syrian Arab Congress of 1920 and the Destruction of its Historic Liberal-Islamic Alliance." Join Thompson, along with Sunil Amrith and Claire Messud, as they delve into the complex history of the Syrian Arab Congress and its impact on the Middle East. Gain insights into the forgotten liberal-Islamic alliance and the events that shaped the region's political landscape. Examine the role of Western powers in influencing Arab democracy and consider the long-lasting consequences of these historical events on contemporary Middle Eastern politics.