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Fashion And Ferment In Iran
Washington Post ^ | Sunday, December 15, 2002; Page B07 | By Farzaneh Milani

Posted on 12/15/2002 5:02:47 AM PST by shrinkermd

A new breed of man -- young, self-conscious and absorbed with self-expression -- is emerging in Iran, in a trend that runs counter to the Islamic revolution of 1979.

Much to the consternation of conservative clerical leaders, these men are much given to grooming themselves, and they spend increasing amounts of time, money and energy to express their personal style.

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TOPICS: Editorial; Foreign Affairs
KEYWORDS: fashion; iran; people; young
The changes in Persia are really remarkable. Bye, Bye mad Mullahs.
1 posted on 12/15/2002 5:02:47 AM PST by shrinkermd
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Once the Iranians have tasted personal freedom, the only way the mullahs can retain control is by the barrel of a gun.

Iran is ripe for a new revolution and maybe can pave the way for more moderate Islamic government in other parts of the Islamic world.

2 posted on 12/15/2002 7:22:55 AM PST by The Great RJ
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