Syria's Post-Dictatorship Transition

SOURCE www.npr.org
Steven Heydemann, Middle East Studies director at Smith College, discusses how Syria can avoid replicating Arab countries that are worse off after overthrowing dictators.

Key Points

  • Importance of learning from other Arab countries' post-dictatorship experiences
  • Challenges in avoiding negative outcomes in Syria's transition

Pros

  • Insightful analysis on Syria's post-dictatorship transition
  • Expert opinion from Middle East Studies director at Smith College

Cons

  • Lack of specific details on strategies for Syria