1. A revolution occurring in Northern Africa
and the Middle East
Egypt and Libya
-Many countries became democratic.
8th Grade Geography – Mrs. Van Heck
2. Inspired by the events in Tunisia, Egyptians
gathered to protest on January 25, the national
holiday Police Day, calling for an end to
corruption, injustice, poor economic conditions
8. The Middle East has been dominated by
dictators for centuries.
Now, the people want democracy.
Why is the struggle for democracy so difficult
in these nations?