Delta Democracy: Pathways to Incremental Civic Revolution in Egypt and Beyond (Bridging the Gap)

Delta Democracy is a groundbreaking book that sheds light on the ongoing mobilization of grassroots civil society in Egypt after the 2011 Arab Spring protests.

Catherine E.

Herrold's ethnographic research uncovers the strategies local NGOs used to build a more democratic and just society, departing from US-based democracy advocates' attempts to reform national political institutions.

Through public discussion, debate, and collective action, these organizations are helping Egyptians regain a sense of freedom they have been denied for decades under authoritarian rule.

This book offers a concrete set of recommendations on how US policymakers can restructure foreign aid to better support local community organizations fighting to expand democracy.

Don't miss out on this invaluable resource for anyone interested in the incremental advancement of democracy, the role of civil society, and effective US foreign policy.