The Changing Face of Islamism in Egypt
September 11th, 2008 by Jason
Hussam Tammam has a provocative article up at the Arab Reform Bulletin about the attempt by reformed and repentant jihadists to reintegrate into Egyptian society. He also talks about the mainstreaming of formerly violent Islamist groups and the increasing personalization of religiosity in Egypt.
Rob at the Arabic Media Shack has some good, extensive commentary on the article. He agrees with Tammam that amnestied radicals no longer pose a violent threat, and extremist ideologues like Zawahri and his ilk represent a lunatic fringe to Egyptians.
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