States are indeed obligated to protect their citizens. However, the sad fact is that many states fail to do so and this triggers a revolution against the state. Filipinos must be very familiar with this because of the famous 1986 EDSA revolution that was successful in toppling a dictator. He was eventually forced out of the country. As a result, we live in a democracy. Despite many complaints of the way the Philippines has turned out to be and the evident flaws in the current system of governance, the ultimate goal of Filipinos was granted. When citizens of a country see a need for change, many resort to revolutions, whether through violence or through peaceful means. Seemingly, this has become a trend all over the world.
Objective 3: Imagine
Now that Mubarak has resigned, what is next for Egypt? Hmmmm... During the time of the crisis and uprising in Egypt, I have heard comparisons from all over the news that associate Mubarak with the Philippines' Marcos. If Egypt is lucky, maybe it could improve greatly on its problems during the Mubarak era. The Philippines has certainly moved on and enormous changes have been made, but have the changes lived up to what the people have hoped for? Some may say yes, some may say no but certainly, changes have been made. No longer are we under a dictator. With Egypt no longer under a dictator as well, changes will be made and time will tell how much good the changes have brought. However, I believe that with a responsible leader who shows that he or she truly cares for the country, everything should turn out well for Egypt.
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