When Egypt’s dictator was ousted during a popular uprising last February, the military leaders who assumed control of the country pledged to "protect the revolution" and ensure a swift transition to civilian rule within six months. One year later, the ruling generals appear to have hijacked the transition to preserve the military institution’s economic autonomy and secure their own political future.The current news article regarding military rule in Egypt confirms in a superficial way what I warned about almost a year ago (see this). The brave Egyptians rid themselves of a corrupt, brutal dictator, but not the class that rules the country. Unfortunately, this military class is firmly attached to the Empire and will be much more difficult to remove. It seems to me that it will take a worldwide resolve to eliminate the root of the Empire's power--the system of capitalism--to free people everywhere from the effects of this system--wars, poverty, unemployment, environmental degradation, etc.
Meanwhile, the brave Egyptians are returning to Tahrir Square by the thousands.