Harrybarry on 30 May 2012
Reminds me of Philip Carl Salzman's analysis of the political cycle in tribal countries.
1. Dissatisfied tribes rebel against westernized leader, put one of their own in charge
2. Tribal leader becomes rich and powerful
3. Gets out of touch with population, westernizes
4. Dissatisfied tribes rebel against westernized leader, put one of their own in charge
Example: Khadaffi.
