Why have all Arab springs become Arab winters?

They proved that they were a versatile and resilient species that survives change. The Middle Eastern autocrats, however, proved to be just the opposite—a stubborn, unbending breed done in by change. read more

The Arab spring was a dying system maybe’s last attempt against a festering disease. It was no spring really, but a harsh winter, withering whatever life once dwelled within an old man’s body. Some people say it is better to light a candle, than curse the dark. read more

It is not safer. North Korea is going through transition. The Arab Spring has become the Arab Winter. Syria is in flux. And, of course, Pakistan, with 100 nuclear weapons or more, represents a potential threat. Northern Mexico is a real danger area. I mean, looking around the world, you have Hezbollah in Latin America and Mexico. read more