#Egypt: Presidential Campaigning, the Aboul Fotouh Bandwagon

Hassan Al Shouli

6:15 AM  -  Public

Egypt: Presidential Campaigning, the Aboul Fotouh Bandwagon

Doctor Abdel Moneim Aboul Fotouh talk is an independent candidate and a former member of the Muslim Brotherhood. A few days ago, his candidacy was endorsed by the former Google employee and political activist +Wael Ghonim. The other leading candidates are Amr Moussa, former Secretary-General of the Arab League, and Mohamed Morsi, the Muslim Brotherhood's candidate.

BBC profile of Aboul Fotouh:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-17356253

#egypt #elections

Baheyya: Egypt Analysis and Whimsy بهيّة: The Aboul Fotouh Bandwagon »

To kick off the official start of presidential competition, Abdel Moneim Aboul Fotouh's campaign did a smart thing and showcased the most energetic part of his base: university students. Bedecked ...

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