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How exactly has Syria progressed? Its no less totalitarian than Saddam was. Eygpt is hardly switzerland either
Well, gee. Germany is hardly Switzerland. But who called anything Switzerland? Do things have to be "Switzerland" before they show progress? The problem people have in the west is that if it doesn't reflect Vermont or London it isn't progressed. Hell even a 4 year old has progressed.
Syria was one of our biggest supporters during the Gulf War. They have steadily moved forward in national development and sought closer ties with America. Their political system was becoming more and more lenient and tolerant towards expression. ...Then President Bush called them all terrorists (a minor temporary bruising).
And Egypt? Egypt is the most advanced and modern Arab state in the region. They host Operation: Brightstar every two years so that western and Arab militaries can "play." Their politicial system continues to push forward and the most outspoken critics for Islamic reform in the region come from here. Anwar Sadat was even expelled from the Arab League for his determination to propell Egypt forward and beyond Saudi Arabia's wishes for the region.