Wednesday August 1, 2007
I've Been Thinking:
Jordan made history today.
Jordanians held municipal elections for mayors and city councils.
For the first time Jordanians were able to vote for their municipal seats, until now, half the seats were appointed by the King.
Only Amman did not vote, but that in no way diminishes the boldness of this act.
This is a major move toward reform and democracy in Jordan.
Obviously - the monarchy is not about to abdicate.
But change, especially in local government, serves to empower the people and teach valuable lessons about democracy.
The process of democracy is learned.
Slow transitions are the best way to ensure that radical pendulum swings and knee jerk reactions do not imperil the learning curve.
The subtle blend of the liberal concepts of democracy and the rigid rules of monarchy has begun in Jordan.
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