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Iran: Past, Present, and Future with Roya Hakakian | The Moynihan Report

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Voices of Exile: Iran's Struggle for Freedom

This chapter explores the poignant experiences of an Iranian exile reflecting on life under an oppressive regime during and after the Iran-Iraq war. It highlights the complexities of modern Iran, marked by contrasts of wealth and suffering, as well as the courage of citizens, particularly women, in their subtle acts of defiance. Through personal narratives and societal observations, it reveals the ongoing struggle for freedom and the evolving aspirations of Iranians yearning for a normal life amid oppressive circumstances.

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