A Deal for Zimbabwe, but Not Ideal
Editorial, The Washington Post | September 18, 2008
The new political agreement in Zimbabwe is a boon to President Robert Mugabe; he will retain the presidency, command the armed forces, and head the cabinet. ++ His opponent – and victor in the March elections – Morgan Tsvangirai, will take control of the disastrous economy. ++ At best, violence will wane and the starving will receive foreign aid. ++ The accord delineates no path towards democracy nor does it hold Mugabe accountable for his terror. ++ Western governments should be leery of such an agreement.
