Wednesday April 29, 2009

I've Been Thinking:

The election in Iran takes place on June 12th.
Ahmadinejad is running and hopes to retain his position.
Other candidates who have thrown their names into the ring are also in favor of reforming Iran's backward economy.

Two of the most prominent candidates for reform are Mir Hussein Mousavi and Mehdi Karoubi. These reformers would have a better chance at success if they joined forces. As a united front they would be able to present The Ayatollah, The Supreme Leader and the only vote that really counts in this election, with a serious alternative to Ahmadinejad.

Karoubi went on the record, on Iranian national news, yesterday.
He made his points clearly and pointedly:
"Reducing tension with the West surely is my priority."
"The president's speeches have harmed Iran's interests."
"Holocaust is of no concern to Iran whether it existed or not ... Such remarks provoke other countries to take measures against Iran."

Karoubi expressed sentiments that resonate with the people of Iran.
The only question is whether they will sway The Supreme Leader.
Expect more of these statements over the next 6 weeks.

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