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December 13, 2017

By Opening Its Movie Theaters, Saudi Arabia Is Rewriting Its Social Contract

Populism, Saudi-style.

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (or “MBS” as he is often called), in the latest step in his sweeping program of reforms, recently lifted a decades-old ban on movie houses. Arguing that Westerners ought not dismiss the importance of this decision, Sohrab Ahmari explains how it fits into Mohammed’s overall plan for his country:

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December 13, 2017

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    The former president has been charged with treason.

  2. In Acknowledging the Reality about Jerusalem, the U.S. Helped the Cause of Peace

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  3. By Opening Its Movie Theaters, Saudi Arabia Is Rewriting Its Social Contract

    Populism, Saudi-style.

  4. A Concert Series Demonstrates the Pitfalls of Godless Religion

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