1. Egyptian Revolution

2. Lack of Free Elections
Manipulation of election results occurred during many elections
President Mubarak won five consecutive “elections”
Could not monitor elections

3. Police Brutality Torture of accused convicts and their family members
Beating of protestors and journalists
Harassment of minorities and refugees

4. Lack of Freedom of Speech
No ability to speak one’s mind
Speaking out may cause imprisonment

5. Critical Thinking Question: Make a list of things you can say in the United States, or ways you can express yourself. In other words, how do you exercise your freedom of speech?

6. Economic Issues 40% of the population lived on USD 2.00 per day
Many relied on subsidized goods
Unemployment

7. Critical Thinking Question: Make a list of all the items you (or your parents/family) use/spend money on a normal weekday. You can estimate!