Tunisia is at a crossroads. The democratic transition has failed to meet the expectations of most citizens, with the government unable to address key challenges facing their country. What comes next?

Tunisia’s cabinet reshuffle, Administrative Reconciliation Law, and election postponement are prompting fears of a return of the Ben Ali regime.

Youth frustration with the Tunisian government and exclusion from the political system feeds radicalization. Socio-economic reforms must take place soon, and begin to be felt by the society, in order to prevent further extremist recruitment.