Policy Brief

Syria’s New Political Player

November 2011

Abstract

The Syrian uprising took the Syrian government and the opposition by surprise. While the traditional political players were arguing on what stance to adopt on protesters´ demands, a new political player – the Local Coordinator Committees – emerged.  The LCC, founded by young activists, might provide a united umbrella for the political opposition and help unify their efforts around a roadmap for a transitional period.

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