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    Allegiance and honor : women's rights in Jordan
    (2004-08-16) Shobaki, Arwa Jaser; Charrad, M. (Mounira)
    The dominance of conservative tribal representation within the Jordanian Parliament and the strong ties the Monarchy has historically maintained with the tribal East Jordanian population has ensured limited rights to women, especially in the area of gender roles dealing with sexuality and honor killings. With international attention focused on bringing democracy to Jordan and the greater Middle East, a better understanding of Jordan’s historical, political and social legacy is necessary to understand today’s Jordan and the difficulties women endure. By identifying the key issues and roadblocks to greater women’s rights, a greater chance for more effective programs and measures for change can be realized