http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/7334191.stm
The author of this article discusses how the Muslim Brotherhood plans to boycott municpal elections in Egypt following a crackdown against the illegal yet tolerated political party. Apparently over 800 members of the Muslim Brotherhood have been jailed in recent weeks as President Mubarak's party attempts to maintain its grip of control in the country. The author states that Mubarak's National Democratic Party will be unopposed in over 90% of the seats open for contest in the upcoming elections. Groups beside the Muslim Brotherhood have complained about injustice in the government as far as fair elections are concerned. What is the motivation for the stranglehold on power? Is there a real threat that another party could seize control of the government if true democracy is able to influence elections in Egypt. Also, why has the Muslim Brotherhood been banned as a political party? Does the Muslim Brotherhood have ties to terrorism? Is the Muslim Brotherhood a terrorist group? Any thoughts?
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