Now we have seen Iran's human face, a military attack is unthinkable
The Guardian / Jonathan Freedland
02-Jul-2009 (3 comments)

This could cut both ways. Some Europeans and Americans might feel such empathy for the green revolutionaries that they join the neocon call and demand their governments act to rescue the Iranians from tyranny. But it's more likely that many would recoil from a shock and awe bombardment that would kill thousands of the very people for whom they now have a strong affinity. There was, alas, too little feeling for the peoples of Iraq and Afghanistan: they were always faceless, even in death.

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anonymous fish

yes I agree

by anonymous fish on Thu Jul 02, 2009 11:23 AM PDT

I think it was well said.  Some of the comments were interesting as well.  Funny how people assume educated is the same thing as knowledgable.  I'll read this again... it has many interesting thoughts.  I hope Obama will stay the course and maintain his cool.  I personally think he's done a great job.  I very much agree with the notion that the people have been given a more intimate personification.  When all you hear is IRI rhetoric and "death to america", it's a wonderful opportunity to remind the american public that it was the Iranian PEOPLE who expressed outrage and support after 9/11.  It's our time to support your proud hamvatans.

POWER TO THE PEOPLE.  POWER TO THE PEOPLE, RIGHT ON.


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Bavafa

indeed, a great and balance observation

by Bavafa on Thu Jul 02, 2009 10:19 AM PDT

Mehrdad


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Maryam Hojjat

Thanks

by Maryam Hojjat on Thu Jul 02, 2009 08:17 AM PDT

for posting.  It was very true & intersting analysis.

Payandeh Iran & Iranians

Down with IRI 


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