Religion plays a marjor role in the middle east for many of its citizens. Most countries in the middle east run their state with religious laws. A Country such as Saudi Arabia that strictly follows Islam is a good example. But could this be the reason that the middle east is having difficulty becoming democratized. I think so. The religious presence is so strong in many of the countries in the middle east that it doesnt allow for any other form of government to take place, even if the other form is better. Countries such as Iran that also have a strong religious presence in the government repress their people. Many citizens in these countries would like to see religion and state seperated. Who knows what religion will not play a role in middle eastern politics, but when it does maybe there can be a chance for democracy to be established and grow.
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