Abstract:
The struggle for change and democracy in Bahrain is a historic one marred by
injustices, pains and disappointments. The Bahraini people made many sacrifices and
endured many sufferings in order to realize change and implement reforms. Many
political movements were involved in the quest for democracy and suffered from
persecution by the Al-Khalifa family that has been ruling Bahrain since 1783, and
which was always adamant to crush any opposition. Severe and violent measures
were adopted in handling opposition activists, and many violations of human rights
took place. However, this long struggle resulted in the introduction of several changes
on the way to reform and democracy. Nevertheless, this process remains incomplete
as many shortcomings still mark the course of democratization.
