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"Marwan Muasher"
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"Carnegie Endowment for International Peace",
"Malcolm H. Kerr Carnegie Middle East Center"
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Jordan is in dire need of a new social contract, one that regards all citizens as equal and gives them a meaningful voice as the country attempts to address its economic situation.
Source: Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy
Prior to the Arab Spring, Jordan possessed all the elements for a successful transition to a more pluralistic political system. However, the government has historically resisted efforts to establish a more inclusive political system in Jordan. Muasher explores reform efforts and identifies challenges in Jordan following the Arab Spring.
This issue brief was originally published by Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.
Carnegie India does not take institutional positions on public policy issues; the views represented herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Carnegie, its staff, or its trustees.
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