Revolution Under Threat: the Challenges of the "Tunisian model" / Journal of North African Studies / Spring 2012 (original) (raw)

The article examines the emerging challenges facing the so-called 'Tunisian model' of democracy following the 2011 revolution that ousted President Zine al-Abidine Ben Ali. Despite initial optimism among foreign observers about Tunisia's transition to democracy, many Tunisians express disappointment due to unresolved socio-economic issues, including rising unemployment and inflation, particularly among educated youth. The piece highlights that while Tunisia has made strides in political reforms, the underlying economic grievances remain a significant threat to the sustainability of its democratic transition.