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Jordan's Muslim Brotherhood Raises Its Political Profile

Elizabeth Arrott

Published December 06, 2012

Jordan's monarchy largely stifles vigorous political dialogue, but the Muslim Brotherhood, banned for decades in neighboring countries, has long had a prominent voice in the kingdom. As Jordanians demand greater representation in their kingdom, the Brotherhood appears poised to step up even more. VOA's Elizabeth Arrott was recently in Amman and has this report.

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