Why Achrafieh Has It Better Than Dahiyeh.

Hazem al-Amin argues that the residents of Dahiyeh are not necessarily happy with their lot:

Those living in Achrafieh can, for instance, turn to the nearest police station for help at the slightest trouble or injustice brought upon them by anyone. The inhabitants of Dahiyeh, however, cannot necessarily do the same. Those living in Bourj Abi Haidar between the local headquarters of the Islamic Charitable Association Projects and Hezbollah, which are allies, will always be gripped by fear. In contrast, those living in Achrafieh between two local headquarters of the Kataeb and the Free Patriotic Movement, which are foes, do not feel any fear or wariness.

But therein lies a paradox: The Dahiyeh guys have stronger political representation:

The forces representing chaos and weapons seem to enjoy more perks and benefits compared to those representing security and order. This gives rise to a feeling of injustice

Talk about the rules of the jungle..