Consider Moustafa's case study on Egypt. How does judicialization in authoritarian settings differ from judicialization in liberal democracies? In your answer:

• First address why it is puzzling to see judicialization unfold in authoritarian settings (compared to liberal democracies).
• Explain, in a nutshell, Moustafa's argument about why judicialization occurred in Egypt.
• Briefly address whether you think Epp's argument on support structures could explain judicialization of politics in Egypt.
• Finally, explain the limitations of judicialization in authoritarian settings by giving one example from the reading.

Bonus: Based on the Week 8 readings and Prof. Richer's lecture, consider the relationship between judicialization of politics and democracy. Do you think the rise of support structures and judicialization creates a more democratic society? Or, do you think these processes are detrimental to democracy? Give specific examples from the Week 8 readings/lecture to support your point.

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