I do think it’s great that Iranians of all stripes are getting involved in the protests abroad. What has been disappointing is observing Darius Kadivar and others who are rushing to promote Reza Pahlavi, at a time when people who are putting their asses on the line deserve support and attention much more. Why are you promoting his videos at a time when the relevant videos are coming out of Iran, NOT THE National Self-Promoting Club in Washington, DC?
I won’t say I’m surprised by Reza Pahlavi’s rush to stand in front of the White House and offer photos of him with his fists pumping through the air. He’s always been waiting for the day. That’s what he deserves credit for: WAITING. Taking no risks. Making no effort besides the seasonal Fox interviews about Iranian fanatics and their threat to world peace. Khaste nabashid!
Reza Pahlavi, let me be clear, these students and young adults are not risking themselves for a lazy, privileged person like you. You’re only known because of who your father was, and your complaints about homesickness. Many of us lost family because of what happened in Iran. Many miss “home”. For years though, you only networked with warmongers and others who said this day was impossible.
When I saw the video of you crying in front of the cameras over Neda, I was ashamed for you. How can you do this? Is it ethical? She was just standing on the street, not protesting, never imagining that Reza Pahlavi would one day mention her to get press coverage. How shameful this is turning out for you. Please gather what dignity you still have and put an end to this charade. Please don’t attach yourself to these youths in Iran. You are doing more to spoil it than you can understand.
