On the recordFebruary 25, 2013
Much has changed in Egypt, but much more needs to change if the Egyptian people are going to realize their hopes for a genuine democracy.
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Katrina Lantos Swett
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congress.govMuch has changed in Egypt, but much more needs to change if the Egyptian people are going to realize their hopes for a genuine democracy.
Lantos Swett emphasizes the need for further changes in Egypt for true democracy.
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