From Tahrir to Tehran

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Issue 36 02.15.11 The protests which brought about the resignation of Egyptian leader Hosni Mubarak are now spreading to other Middle Eastern countries, including Iran. Between 20,000 and 30,000 demonstrators took to the streets of Tehran yesterday to protest the regime’s brutal oppression. And like in Egypt, security forces have responded to protestors with violence. How can we help bring about the desired goals of the Iranian people? Regarding Egypt, the questions that must be asked, are: Will Egypt implement a democracy with equal rights for women and the Christian minority? Or will the Muslim Brotherhood create a second Islamic Republic in the Middle East? What can be done to help those who truly want a free and thriving Egypt? Now is the time for America to support and encourage both the Iranian dissidents in their struggle for democracy, as well as those in Egypt who are sincerely fighting for freedom. From Tahrir to Tehran By Stephen Brown While Egyptian leader Hosni Mubarak’s resignation last Friday caused tremors in Western capitals due to the potential for a Muslim Brotherhood power-grab, the Egyptian president’s stepping down is paying an unexpected dividend. The unrest that induced radical political change in Egypt is now spreading to other Middle Eastern countries, including Iran. Starting last Friday, the day of Mubarak’s resignation, hundreds of students in Yemen reignited protests against President Ali Abdullah Saleh. Saleh, like Mubarak, has ruled his country for 30 years and his government is also regarded as being just as venal and corrupt. Inspired by Mubarak’s stepping down, the students are demanding their president’s resignation, and have clashed with pro-Saleh supporters and police, shouting: “Our demands are clear. Go out, Saleh.” Democracy is a Relative Term By Robert Spencer Everyone is excited about the toppling of Hosni Mubarak in Egypt. “This is a moment of huge opportunity,” enthused one noted analyst. Another agreed: “We will soon see a new Middle East materializing.” The two analysts in question are Tony Blair and Mahmoud Ahmadinejad—and that sums up the reigning confusion about what exactly has happened in Egypt, and what is likely to happen next. Blair opined that “this is a moment of huge opportunity, not just for Egypt,” but for the entire Middle East. “Despite all those challenges,” Blair added, “this is a moment when the whole of the Middle East could pivot and face towards change and modernization and democracy.” Take Action! Click here to sign the petition stating your support for the Iranian people in their struggle to regain control from the brutal and oppressive regime. Exclusive clip - Iranium Bonus Footage – Supporting the Green Movement In This Issue This Week From Tahrir to Tehran Democracy is a Relative Term Take Action! Iranium Exclusive Clip Featured on RadicalIslam.org Iranium the Movie Iranium is a documentary which exposes the threats posed by a nuclear Iran to the United States and the international community. Click HERE to watch the trailer and sign up to watch the film for free on February 8th Watch Iranium Trailer On RadicalIslam.org UNDERSTANDING RI TAKE ACTION DONATE BLOG The Third Jihad Radical Islam's Vision for America is a documentary that alerts Americans to the danger radical Islam poses to the United States and to Western civilization as a whole. Watch The Third Jihad Trailer About RadicalIslam.org RadicalIslam.org, the flagship education tool of the Clarion Fund, was developed to spread awareness about the threat of Radical Islam in the United States and to provide practical response tools. The portal acts as a social networking tool, uniting individuals across America to take a stand against Radical Islam. Users are encouraged to express themselves through comments on website blogs. RadicalIslam.org also has a live-blogging presence on Twitter: No2RadicalIslam. SPECIAL Get the film Obsession: Radical Islam's War against the West for only $5 per DVD in a cardboard sleeve, which significantly reduces shipping costs-- especially when buying in bulk for resale. The documentary features images from Arab media, rarely seen in the West, and reveals an insider's view of the hatred that radicals preach, their incitement of global jihad, and their goal of world domination. Click here to watch trailer and read more. Show it to your family and friends and gain a perspective of the Middle East issue. Clarion Fund 255 W36th St New York NY 10018 USA Forward this email to a friend. Received this from a friend? Subscribe.