Hosni Mubarak

Hosni Mubarak was the Egyptian head of state from 1982-2011. Read through the articles below to get a sense of his reign and answer the questions below: The links: http://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-12301713 http://seattletimes.com/html/nationworld/2014070735_egyptmubarak29.html http://www.aucegypt.edu/gapp/cairoreview/pages/articleDetails.aspx?aid=233 Questions: 1. Why was Mubarak's reign so unpopular with many Egyptians? 2. What positives did he accomplish for Egypt and the US' interests in the Middle East? 3. How should the US have responded to the situation? What are the benefits and draw backs to intervening and not getting involved?