Monday, March 31, 2008

And Now for Educational Purposes!

In response to someone who believes 9/11 is an inside job and Fitna is more than a piece of propaganda! Unlike you I don't believe 9/11 was an inside job. It was an event orchestrated by preachers of a hateful ideology. Unfortunately the dominant discourse of Islam today shows no or little tolerance and respect for individual rights and freedoms. Even the criticism of the so called moderate Muslims against acts of violence has more to do with a pragmatic concern for Islam and the Muslim community as opposed to a fundamental belief in human dignity and intrinsic value of human life. It will do the Muslim community no good if all they know is to get offended, make up conspiracy theories, and threaten people to death for speaking up.

Thursday, March 20, 2008

Iran: The Mistreatment of Women


The Swiss Foreign Minister Micheline Calmy-Rey known for her stand on women's rights, covers up to meet with the Iranian regime’s representatives! When she was asked about it, she replied: "When you are a guest you respect local customs." Unfortunately people like her legitimize repression and mistreatment of women in countries ruled by oppressive regimes!
This reminds me of "The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson. Everyone should read that story to understand why it is important to stand firm against the devil. What if the local customs were cannibalism or stoning? Would she participate in those rituals as well?

Wednesday, March 19, 2008

Happy Birthday to my girl and happy fifth year of blogging on Iranian Woman.