Middle Eastern Political Climate

I think it is safe to say that the year 2011 has come with a flurry of political and military activity in the Middle East.  Egypt began to protest their government on January 25, 2011 in the city of Cairo and it wasn't until February 11, 2011 that President Mubarak decided to step down.  this revolution began a string of events that took place in Saudi Arabia, Yemen, and most recently in Libya.  This is a very strange turn of events that will have powerful effects on the world.  Many have already felt the hit to their finances as gas price rose up to $.40 in one day in some areas and food prices have spiked in most areas.  The worry that I have is the power vacuum that will take place as these governments in the Middle East fall... who will step in?  The Muslim Brotherhood, the United States, Europe?, a terrorist group?  Who knows, one thing we can be sure of is the candidate hopefuls for the upcoming 2012 election in the United States will be watched and scrutinized very carefully over the course of these events and their actions could determine who will be running for president against the current administration.  Only time will tell but please be aware of false promises being made and lies being told by those running and those already in office.  Search it out for yourself and make an educated vote.  That is the soul of Democracy right?