The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast 324. The Protest in Iran and What It Means | Masih Alinejad
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Jan 19, 2023 Masih Alinejad, an Iranian-American journalist and women's rights activist, shares her harrowing experiences of living under an oppressive regime in Iran. She highlights the ongoing feminist revolution, calling for global solidarity and support. Alinejad discusses the resilience of Iranian women fighting for their rights and the cultural shifts challenging gender dynamics. With personal anecdotes about threats she faced, she urges listeners to advocate for political change and remain aware of the beauty and potential for freedom in Iran.
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Early Rebelliousness
- Masih Alinejad has been a rebel since childhood, challenging restrictions placed upon her as a girl.
- She fought for freedoms others took for granted, like swimming, sports, and public life.
Resistance to Submission
- While many Iranian women submitted to the post-revolution restrictions, Masih Alinejad continued her activism.
- This highlights her temperamental resistance and the increasing restrictions on women's freedom.
Systematic Oppression
- The Islamic Revolution led to oppression of minorities and women, highlighting its far-reaching impact.
- The regime uses women's bodies as a political platform, imposing their ideology through dress codes like compulsory hijab.
