The purpose cannot be creating self-styled democracies, but rather encouraging steps that are conducive to establishing democratic rule at universal standards. Obviously, this would be a formidable journey

I regard the endorsement of both the objective and a method - which can differ from one country to another- of democratization by the parties in the region as a basic requisite of democratization in the Middle East

A fitting external security environment could also play an important role in promoting social consensus and institutionalization towards democratization.

If the people allow something to happen, it's the right thing.

What should be targeted is a concept of organic, and not just mechanic, democracy that preserves the rule of law, separation of powers, and that is participatory and pluralistic.

If the nuclear program is indeed meant only for civil purposes, then it is wrong to impose sanctions.

They came to me with this case of Twitter ignoring case of smeared housewife