Editorial Staff

Mullahs Use Sermons to Send Hardline Message

By Editorial Staff | 07/03/09

The mullahs in Iran are using their sermons to defy the free world, while the European Union, in typical hand-wringing fashion, seem perplexed on how best to handle the recent arrests of nine British Embassy workers. Apparently the EU is afraid to rock the boat and potentially upset talks with Iran regarding their nuclear program. While most of the detainees have been released, the British government... read more »

Who Was Neda Agha-Soltan?

By Editorial Staff | 07/02/09

Here is a look at some key aspects of the life of Neda Agha-Soltan, whose death has become a symbol of the brutal oppression in Iran and has galvanized support for the opposition movement.   read more »

The Stoning of Soraya M. Trailer

By Editorial Staff | 07/01/09

Watch the trailer of the critically-acclaimed The Stoning of Soraya M.   Now in selected theaters. read more »

Website Lists Protest Times and Locations

By Editorial Staff | 06/30/09

Protests continue in support of the opposition movement in Iran. Here is a new website that lists protest times and locations in various countries. You can add information pertaining to an event or locate one to participate in. The following video is from a protest outside the Iranian Embassy in Brussels:     read more »

Faces of the Martyrs and Detainees

By Editorial Staff | 06/29/09

The UK's guardian.co.uk has put together photos of the people who have been killed or detained in Iran since the protests began. *Hundreds more remain unaccounted for. Iranian recording artist Andy Madadian recently recorded a version "Stand By Me" with Bon Jovi in a show of support for the opposition movement.    read more »

Protests Continued in Iran on Sunday

By Editorial Staff | 06/28/09

Thousands of protesters took to the streets in Tehran on Sunday in the face of dire threats from Iranian leaders. It is being reported that security officials on motorcycles surrounded the protesters while Mousavi addressed the crowd via a cell phone attached to a megaphone.  Video from today's protests:   read more »

Mousavi Ally Banned from Leaving Iran

By Editorial Staff | 06/27/09

Abolfazl Fateh, an ally of opposition leader Mirhossein Mousavi, has been banned from leaving Iran. Fateh, who was in charge of Mousavi's media office, said that the ban would not change his political views. The state-run newspaper claimed the ban was issued as a result of Fateh's involvement in the aftermath of the election. Full Reuters story here. read more »

Run-Off Compromise in the Works?

By Editorial Staff | 06/25/09

A Daily Beast contributor is reporting that a runoff election or other compromise may be in the works in Iran, led by former Iranian president Rafsanjani. An excerpt: Reliable sources in Iran are suggesting that a possible compromise to put an end to the violent uprising that has rocked Iran for the past two weeks may be in the works. I have previously reported that the second most powerful man in Iran, Ayatollah Hashemi Rafsanjani,... read more »

Sanford Admits Affair; White House Hopes Dashed

By Editorial Staff | 06/24/09

South Carolina Governor, Mark Sanford, most likely dropped off the GOP's 2012 short list for the White House today, admitting that he has engaged in an extra-marital affair with a woman from Argentina. Read More here. Although not the most inspiring speaker, Sanford no doubt gave hope to some in the Party because of his seemingly deeper commitment to small government principles, highlighted by his recent fight to refuse federal stimulus plan... read more »

Tea Party Patriots to Protest ABC & Obama's Healthcare Infomercial

By Editorial Staff | 06/23/09

More than 900 Tea Party groups nationwide will hold protests Wednesday against ABC News’ one-sided, supportive presentation of the Obama administration’s plan for a nationalized health care system. Called “Questions for the President: Prescription for America,” the special edition of “Primetime” airing Wednesday on ABC News will feature President Obama, speaking from the White House, touting the Senate... read more »