If you had read my comment closely, you would have seen that I wrote that opposing opinions and added comments are obviously welcome, and that goes for any article. However, in your first sentence you made a very condescending remark about the writer herself. In the laws of logic, when you criticize someone personally rather than the argument they present, this would be considered flawed logic. You made a very good argument below that comment, but again your presumption in the beginning was not necessary. I was not presumptuous at all in my statements, and I fear you have presumed again that I somehow idolize the writer. I have a great deal of respect, yes, but in no way do I believe she, or any of the writers, are above criticism for the opinions and arguments they bring to the table.

I guess you are the “presumptuous” one, who could not take any commentaries which are adversary to the writers which you obviously admire agreat deal. Trying to put those in place who are merely trying to correct a misconception or explain things which may be otherwise, is defenitely not in good style. The purpose of leaving the podium open is for all to express themselves. Also I am not old myself, but she is taking on a subject, and passing a rapid judgement on an issue that requires first hand knowledge and local experience. I sympathize with her feelings, and the difficulties she and her family have had to endure to adjust to changing circumstances, but she is not alone we all had to endure what she and her family had to. Perhaps it is a good idea for her to visit Iran after all these years, and gain a closer and updated understanding of the country of her heritage. I know that when I went back, I felt I was in a different country! I wish her all the best.

Actually, the “very young author” who wrote this is a grown woman with children. She did live in Iran when she was young and her family lost everything during the revolution. It’s fine if you have a different opinion or feel you can add something to the story, but next time don’t be so presumptuous about the person who wrote it. She’s very knowledgeable about Iran’s history and culture. Also, don’t assume that all college students at CSUN are young and unaware of issues going on in the world. The campus actually has many older people working hard towards their degree. Not to mention the younger ones who also work hard.

As opposed to what every body thinks in USA, Iranians live very well, have amassed huge fortunes in real estate within the last 30 years, and are all very well educated, well travelled. Many hold foreign passports also, BUT CHOSE TO LIVE THERE! So there are a lot of misconceptions, misunderstandings, and miscommunications when it comes to Iran.

As for Moussavi and his opposition movement, if he is lauder, or more self-righteous, or more agressive, and has encouraged people taking to the streets in 10,000 or even 100,000, it does not validify his claims. And these counts, by no means represent the will and the desires of 70,000,000! I predict that things will get back to normal, and the streets will be safe and stabel again to the dismay of all those who wish otherwise.