Hosni Mubarak : Santa Claus in bumpy transition It led many to complain that too much freedom would corrupt Egyptian society . ; Saturday Tahrir Square goes from festive to combative . She says some there worry democracy might not be worth it ; social conflicts so challenging . She says optimism has faded for many in face of worries over economy and Christians control . Lust : Still , Egypt has essentials for democracy : strong nationalism , faith in elections .
Hosni Mubarak : Santa Claus in bumpy transition ; Saturday Tahrir Square goes from festive to combative . She says some there worry democracy might not be worth it ; social conflicts so challenging . She says optimism has faded for many in face of worries over economy and Christians control . Lust : Still , Egypt has essentials for democracy : strong nationalism , faith in elections .