Of the many factors that drive events in Iran, three are central to determining the country's political situation. These factors have been in a state of flux since the June 12 presidential elections, and showed few signs of stabilizing as In These Times went to press [RETURN TO ARTICLE]
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Power of the People
In the long run, Iranian civil society will trump both official dogma and international influence.
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It will be interesting to see what the US will do about this. They are going to stick their noses in other peoples business like always.
really very serious matter in the iran because iranian politics is deeeply affected with racism, communism and week economy this way it would take many years to be free.
General strikes were crucial to bringing down the government of the Shah of Iran. Thus, members of women
General strikes were crucial to bringing down the government of the Shah of Iran. Thus, members of women
All must be aware that the US government are going to stick their noses in other peoples business like always.
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