Once upon a time, we had a city and a homeland for ourselves. We walked in the streets without fear of the guardians. No one bothered us as long as we had a helping hand. There was sorrow in our hearts, but in return, we had companions who eased our grief. In the corners of our hearts, there was a garden of dreams, and we had a spring of freedom. We spoke of the constitution, and we had both awareness and slogans. Although our constitutional movement was dead, at least we had a grave for it. We were determined to revive what had been lost, and what a strong resolve we had! It's a pity that in the end, everything turned upside down, contrary to our expectations. We were digging a well without a shovel, while we had a stolen minaret. We became heirs to a hundred kinds of illness, even though we had Dr. Bakhtiari. He wrote the alphabet for us, while we had a view of a snake's pattern. He spoke of secularism, and we had an agreement with our Imam! A wise man spoke, and we had a mad wonder about its meaning. Hadi, from his bitter memories, wished there was a possibility of escape. Hadi Khorsandi is a renowned Iranian writer, poet, and satirist residing in London. He has been familiar to Iranian and Persian-speaking audiences for years, sharing satirical writings in the form of weekly letters with Radio Farda's audience.
Once Upon a Time...
The article reflects on a nostalgic past in Iran where people felt free and united, contrasting it with the current state of despair and loss. Hadi Khorsandi, a prominent Iranian satirist, expresses a longing for the days of hope and freedom. This commentary highlights the disillusionment many Iranians feel regarding their political and social circumstances.
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📰 What Happened
The article expresses a nostalgic longing for a past in Iran characterized by freedom and unity, contrasting it with the current feelings of despair and loss among Iranians. Hadi Khorsandi reflects on the disillusionment surrounding the state of the nation.
- Khorsandi has been a significant figure in Iranian satire and commentary for years.
- The article highlights a collective yearning for a revival of hope and freedom in Iran.
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📚 Background
Iran has a rich history of political movements, including the Constitutional Revolution in the early 20th century, which sought to establish a parliamentary system. The current regime has faced significant opposition and protests in recent years.
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