Countering civilisationalism: Lebanese and Iraqi protesters transcend sectarianism
Nov 1 · 5 min read
By James M. Dorsey
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Protests in Lebanon have evolved into more than a fight against failed and corrupt government that has long stymied development in the Middle East and North Africa.
The protests constitute a rare demand for political and social structures that emphasize national…


