Emerging civil society in Iran

Article Abstract:

Many of the dynamics which favor civil society development are present in post-revolutionary Iran. Apolitical clerics helped preserve pre-revolutionary structures and political clerics are factionalized. Public criticism is being voice in developing media, popular movements, by women and youth. Clerics' attempts to monopolize government control has caused a rise in nationalistic forces. Industrial growth has lessened the influence of bazaar economics and the focus on oil income. Private professional, educational, economic, and welfare associations indicate civil society development.

Political aspects, Civil society, Social systems

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Iran, proliferation magnet

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The overreaching concerns raised by Iran's proliferation activities are investigated. It is concluded that the international responses to the Iranian nuclear situation have followed two main issues, the U.S. and Israeli position on the one hand and the European-IAEA position on the other.

Other Ordnance and Accessories Manufacturing, Nuclear Ordnance & Equip, Usage, Military aspects, Nuclear weapons

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The universal Iranian

Article Abstract:

This article provides an evaluation of the work of Iranian filmmaker Abbas Kiarostami. The author discusses the reaction of the Iranian government to the cinema, Kiarostami's ability to avoid any conflict with the government, and his common portrayal of children.

Evaluation, Children, Portrayals, Filmmakers, Movie directors, Movie producers (Persons), Iranians, Kiarostami, Abbas

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