POLC96H3 Lecture Notes - Al-Wafd, British Influence
Document Summary
The definition of democracy will vary depending on who you ask. Some people would say by the people, for the people . The institutions did not represent the majority of the people. Voting rights were related to property rights. A shift in politics were conducted, used to be the monopoly of the landed classes (only men) Other people in power continue the status quo, classed that benefit from the situation. Generally happens when there is a democratic opening. Elites have to mobilize classes, support with all segments of society. Challenger parties, tribal leaders and authority, mobilization capacity. In all societies there are conservative that benefit from the status quo. If you don"t know the threat, you could lose power. Challenger parties muslim brotherhood, young egypt/socialist party, communist party. Defection from democracy (conservative parties): king, british influence, intimidation. Defection from democracy (challenger parties): strikes, demonstrations. Unstable systems a coup d" tat in 1952. Mustafa kemal formed the people"s republican party.
