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The Egyptian National Democratic Party won the general election of 1995 with 95% of the vote, and fraud was pervasive. There is also scant respect for civil liberties in Egypt, with the government justifying its actions by citing the dangers represented by Islamist groups. Apathy has been the result of lack of democracy. There is disagreement as to whether Egypt's economc policy will lead to greater repression as the government seeks to control strikes and the like, or whether changes will bring a more open political life.
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There is uncertainty as to whether Egypt is becoming more open or closed. Egypt is supposed to be democratic but has been ruled by a small elite since 1952, while it is a republic, with presidential powers similar to those of royalty. Emergency law has been extended although an Islamist insurrection has been crushed. There has been a move toward privatization, but a moratorium on selling government-owned cement industries has been called. This contradictory policy could indicate internal divisions in the government.
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The role of Egyptian courts in promoting democracy is examined in detail after a Supreme Constitutional Court ruling on the role of judges in overseeing elections.
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