 | Tunisia: An Arab Anomaly Subjects: Tunisia -- History -- Demonstrations 2010–; Tunisia -- Politics and government -- 20th century; Tunisia -- Politics and government -- 21st century; Tunisia -- History; Tunisia -- Social conditions -- 20th century; Tunisia -- Social conditions -- 21st cen; Safwan M. Masri explores the factors that have shaped Tunisia's exceptional experience, arguing that its history of reformism set it on a separate trajectory from the rest of the region. Based on interviews with experts, leaders, activists, and citizens, Masri's account is critical for understanding not only Tunisia but also the broader Arab world. Safwan M. Masri is Executive Vice President for Global Centers and Global Development at Columbia University. He holds a senior research scholar appointment at Columbia's School of International and Public Affairs and is an honorary fellow of the Foreign Policy Association. Previously vice dean of Columbia Business School, he earned his Ph.D. from Stanford University in 1988. Masri lives in New York and Amman. |
