Frida Ghitis : The Arab uprisings gave the U.S. a historic chance to side with freedom . As a result , America appears weaker , less influential and less trusted , while the Arab Middle East continues to seethe with instability and violence . Ghitis : In Egypt, President Hosni Mubarak was forced from office in February after nearly 30 years of rule and millions took to the streets demanding his ouster. She says in pursuit of stability , the U.S. held its tongue as Egypt 's leader broke his words . Ghitis : U.S. should side more with those who share its ideals and help them in revolutions .
Frida Ghitis : The Arab uprisings gave the U.S. a historic chance to side with freedom . Ghitis : In Egypt, President Hosni Mubarak was forced from office in February after nearly 30 years of rule and millions took to the streets demanding his ouster. She says in pursuit of stability , the U.S. held its tongue as Egypt 's leader broke his words . Ghitis : U.S. should side more with those who share its ideals and help them in revolutions .