US-Backed Syrian Islamists Discover 'Democracy' is Appointing One-Third of Parliament
Al-Monitor reports Syria has 'selected' members for its 'first post-Assad parliament,' a process immediately criticized as undemocratic. The critical detail? Interim leader Ahmed al-Sharaa directly appoints a full third of these members. This move, framed as consolidating al-Sharaa’s power, directly follows his Islamist forces toppling Assad, a figure demonized by Western media and powers for
years. Yet, the current 'transition' appears less about popular representation and more about hand-picking new rulers under a veneer of legitimacy. One might wonder when the U.S. and its allies will voice concern over the democratic credentials of a government that simply installs 33% of its legislative body. Or perhaps, when the regime is 'ours,' such details are merely 'transitional' hiccups on
the road to freedom. The hypocrisy writes itself: 'democracy' for thee, unchallenged power for me, especially if I align with Western strategic interests against an old foe.