The Last Year

To understand the socio-political environment in Lebanon, read Micheal Young's excellent piece in the New York Times (Hat tip dougjnn). The article is lengthy but worth every sentence. It is essential read for everyone who wants to understand the background in Lebanon with all its social and political simmerings.

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