Yearly Archives: 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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Orphans

Posted on April 27, 2009 by Fred Bubbers

“One realization does dawn upon the death of the second parent, namely that you’ve now moved into the green room to the River Styx. You’re next. Another thing about parental mortality: No matter how much you’ve prepared for the moment, … Continue reading →

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