Document Type
Article
Publication Title
African Studies Quarterly
ISSN
2152-2448
Volume
7
Issue
1
First Page
38
Last Page
58
Publication Date
1-1-2003
Abstract
Morocco’s King Hassan II died on 23 July 1999 and was succeeded by his son Muhammad VI. Much of the media coverage of Hassan II following his death portrayed him as a champion of democracy and human rights in the region. Was this really the case? Was Morocco under Hassan II becoming a more democratic and open society? This paper critically examines King Hassan’s legacy, challenges and opportunities it poses for his heir Muhammad VI. The paper also discusses Morocco’s prospects for democratic deepening under the new leader.
Recommended Citation
Campbell, P. J.
(2003).
Morroco in Transition: Overcoming the Democratic and Human Rights Legacy of King Hassan II.
African Studies Quarterly, 7(1), 38–58.
https://scholarlycommons.pacific.edu/ed-facarticles/185
