Egypt Gets Ready to Elect a New President
Political rally in Cairo ahead of the vote. (Photo: Matthew Bell)
Tens of millions of Egyptians are preparing for the country’s first competitive presidential elections. 13 candidates are vying for the job. Two frontrunners are Islamist who are portraying themselves as being the best choice for Egyptians who supported the revolutions. The World’s Matthew Bell reports.
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