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Dynasties Shape Lebanon Politics Across Generations
Powerful families rather than parties dominate Lebanon's scene with sons inheriting power, running for office, or becoming kingmakers. The Chamouns, Salams, Gemayels, Franjiehs, Jumblatts, and Khalils cement influence through feudal networks, militias, and religious bases amid ongoing sectarian feuds and past wars.
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Beirut
Lebanon
Camille Chamoun
Dany
Dany Chamoun
Chamoun
Cemayel
Franjich
Tigers
National Liberal Party
Christian East Beirut