November 2011- January 2012 -Parliamentary Elections
After the fall of Mubarak’s 30 year rule, the egyptian army came into power. In six months time with the army in power there would be parliamentary elections held to decide which parties will become the new legislature. The youth activist often times opposed to having the elections so early because they argued there was no decent liberal parties to vote for, and that this would end in undesired results for the revolution. In the end The Muslim Brotherhood won almost 50% of votes, and the Islamic bloc with about 25% of votes. There was very small percentages for any left wing parties.
May 23, 2012 - Two Final Candidates
The Egyptian presidential elections in 2012 lasted two rounds and with 13 candidates. This had been the second presidential election in Egypt’s history with more than one candidate. After winning the votes by 3-4%, the final candidates were Mohammed Morsi and Ahmed Shafik. Morsi was an Islamist candidate from the Muslim Brotherhood, whereas Shafik was from the Mubarak regime, formally held the position of prime minister. If Morsi were to be elected, he would be the first Islamist to win head of state in the Arab world.
June 24, 2012 - Morsi Wins the Presidential Elections
The Muslim Brotherhood candidate, Mohamed Morsi, wins the presidential title. He narrowly wins with a voter turn out of 52%. But the day before the elections, the military decides to shut down the parliament. The military also gives themselves new power, and control over the national budget and also the power to issue laws. By doing so, it weakens the power that president has. As president, Morsi promises to be a president to "all Egyptians" and he opens up his suit jacket to show that he is not wearing a armor which shows that he is not afraid. His power isn't that strong at this point of his presidency because he is just recently elected into his office and the military has legislative power.