History Upends Icon of Stability in Egypt - nytimes

Hosni Mubarak’s legacy was supposed to be stability. During almost three decades in power, he rejected bold action in favor of caution.

Mr. Mubarak leaves office now with the country’s future more uncertain than at any time since assassins killed Anwar el-Sadat, elevating Mr. Mubarak to the presidency. -- History Upends Icon of Stability in Egypt -- Egypt’s Military Officially Takes Control
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