Ursula Lindsey
The Meaning of Sharia Law
As Egypt’s constitution is being re-drafted, one word is causing friction: “sharia.” Sharia is often translated as “Islamic law” but it is much more than that. So much more that there is disagreement over what it means.
Egypt Candidate Barred From Ballot Because Mother Held US Passport
Egypt will hold presidential elections in late May. But one popular candidate, who’s a critic of the US, probably won’t be on the ballot. Hazem Salah Abu Ismail has been disqualified because his mother held a US passport. Ursula Lindsey reports from Cairo.
Pushing For Police Reform in Egypt
The demonstrations in Egypt started because of police brutality. For many there, that’s no surprise. As Ursula Lindsey reports, in addition to the removal of former president Hosni Mubarak, Egypt’s revolution 10 months ago also sought to reform the police.
Thousands Tried Under Military Rule in Post Revolution Egypt
Some 12,000 Egyptians have been tried by military courts since the overthrow of President Mubarak. Democracy activists accuse the ruling military council of trying to silence its critics. Ursula Lindsey reports from Cairo.
Egypt’s Soccer ‘Ultras’
A driving force behind the recent violence in Egypt is a group of soccer fans.
Egyptian Women Want a Role in The New Egypt
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Women played a big role in the Egyptian revolution. But as the new government takes shape, many women activists feel they will be marginalized and left out in the cold. Ursula Lindsey reports from Cairo. Download MP3
Egypt’s ‘Daily Show’
The Egyptian revolution has ushered in a new type of media freedom to the country. Ursula Lindsey reports on a new program in Egypt that is modeled on Jon Stewart’s “Daily Show.”
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