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In The Media

Experts Discuss Global Democracy

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By Amr Hamzawy
Published on Jul 4, 2007

Source: The Newshour with Jim Lehrer

IMGXYZ818IMGZYXOn July 4, Carnegie Senior Associate Amr Hamzawy appeared on The Newshour with Jim Lehrer with other guests to talk about the spread of democracy around the world and in particular President Bush's plans to promote democracy. 

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About the Author

Amr Hamzawy

Director, Middle East Program

Amr Hamzawy is a senior fellow and the director of the Carnegie Middle East Program. His research and writings focus on governance in the Middle East and North Africa, social vulnerability, and the different roles of governments and civil societies in the region.

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