Monthly Archives: June 2009

The Women of Iran

Posted on June 21, 2009 by Fred Bubbers

Neda Agha Soltan 1982-2009 Neda Agha Soltan, an Iranian student, was attending a protest in Tehran today when she was shot in the chest by a Basij militiaman.  Her death was captured in a shocking video that has now been … Continue reading →

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Poem for the Rooftops of Iran

Posted on June 20, 2009 by Fred Bubbers

While her video camera captures a night of rooftop shouting, a woman speaks softly.  I can’t understand her words, but no translation is needed to hear the sound of sadness and despair.  Translated, I hear soulful poetry. Friday, the 19th … Continue reading →

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