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more about #elections Susan B.: Even if her death was orchestrated by the opposition...isn't it still sad? Shouldn't they at least be saying, "Oh yes, our evil enemies killed her, le... more » rd2uk: While i completely disagree with the claim that Nedas death was orchestrated by the opposition, and do not intend to discount her death in any way, I ... more » NefariousNewt: Death is the hallmark of revolution. Ask those who died at Lexington and Concord. Of course, in this day and age, where information is easily manipula... more » Grim Reaper of the Forest: I stayed at a B&B this weekend that was run by an Iranian woman and we had some really interesting conversations about the situation over there. ... more » Our Lady of the Massacre: The thing hat bugs me most about the situation is how most Americans seem really disinterested or ambivalent about caring. Did Bush & Co. really d... more » LamontPelias: For people who think this is exploitation or shock value, remember what Emmit Till's mother said about why she asked for an open casket funeral: "I w... more » Samanthrax: As much as I would like to believe that people are watching it to commiserate with the people of Iran, I think it's disturbing that some people need t... more » chattanooga: They finally showed the entire video unedited on CNN last night. I think it's important that everybody watches it, because in the US we tend to be dis... more » Trulymadlyme: The mourning cycle could continue in perpetuity. My main concern is whether the Shah is going to just up and ban all uses of communication devices in ... more » angryblackgurl: I can't watch this video, just the frozen still was enough to make me shudder. Why is the world so UGLY?? more » mepo - Robert Cornhole invented it: Sky News appears to be questioning the video's authenticity. I was surprised by the tome they were taking as it was odds with all other reporting of N... more » LindsayC: doctoral hilarity ensues: By the way, that video- it is upsetting to watch. Very, very upsetting. It has value, but please- don't watch it if you don't want to see an actual hu... more » RStewie: I will have to watch this!! The oppression of women is so downplayed in the West, for the most part. Stories like this are treated like some far-away ... more » CurtCole: I hope this comes to Dallas! more » Bgirl_Hamster: Thank you, Katy, for taking the time to post this. While I often question my support for the death penalty, I do know this: stoning should NOT be the ... more » mimilove: I cannot stand Ann Curry. I LOVE Shohreh Aghdashloo. To have one interviewing the other was disorienting for me... more » Penny: The only movie where I've had a visceral reaction and actually gotten sick was Black Hawk Down, so I really don't think I could handle this at all. S... more » vamusical: So the oppressed people need to see a movie about how badly they're being oppressed? But the people doing the oppression don't really need to bother? ... more » Cimorene: The responsibility to end violence against women rests on the shoulders of men. I doubt I'll be able to watch this film. I'm fairly certain that befo... more » meritxell: an erotic life: OMG that mosque is STUNNING. more » -
#neda
Iran Denounces Scholarship For Iranian Students
Iran's regime has sent a letter to Oxford University denouncing a philosophy scholarship that was created in the name of Neda Soltan. They claim Neda's death was orchestrated by the opposition, and the scholarship "undermines [Oxford's] credibility." [Times] -
#calltoalarms
Will Neda Agha-Soltan's Death Tip Iran Into "Revolution"?
As more information emerges about the tragic shooting of the young woman known as "Neda", her death has taken the protests in Iran to a new level — some are even making comparisons to the start of Iran's 1979 revolution. More » -
#filmschooled
The Stoning Of Soraya M. Gives Voice To The Silent Women Of Iran
As mentioned earlier, The Stoning of Soraya M. will see its American premiere this Saturday at the LA Film Festival. Actress Shohreh Aghdashloo appeared on the Today show yesterday to promote the weighty and interestingly-timed movie. More » -
