Commentary on Egyptian politics and culture by an Egyptian citizen with a room of her own.
Wednesday, May 25, 2005
“Today the train of reform passes a new station, and Egypt takes an additional step on the journey to full democracy it started years ago.” al-Ahram editorial, 25 May 2005.
Baheyya is a female name that has come to stand in for Egypt. The symbolism is the handiwork of the gifted duo of Shaykh Imam Eissa and Ahmad Fu'ad Nigm in their haunting song, "Masr yamma, ya Baheyya." I make no foolish claims to represent Egypt or all Egyptians. I just like the name.
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