Saeed Barzin
Sociologist and political analyst
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Sadegh Amoli Larijani has been appointed as the new head of the Expediency Discernment Council by Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, following the death of Ayatollah…
What is the Nature of the Recent Protests in Iran?
Recent protests in Iran have sparked discussions about their nature and implications, with sociologist Saeed Barzin highlighting the government's dual approach of tolerance and potential…
Debate Among Secularists on Appropriate Electoral Behavior
A debate among Iranian political activists highlights differing views on participation in upcoming elections. Hossein Tabarzadi advocates for free elections, Amir Hossein Ganjbakhsh sees limited…
Reactions to the Call for 'National Dialogue' by the Motalefeh Party Ahead of Elections
The Motalefeh Party has called for a 'national dialogue' ahead of the upcoming Iranian elections, which has been welcomed by some reformist factions but criticized…
The Struggle Over 'Dirty Money' and Electoral Alignments
The article discusses the escalating debate over 'dirty money' in Iranian politics, particularly in the context of upcoming parliamentary elections. Key factions, including supporters of…
The Path and Challenges of Lifting the House Arrest of Symbolic Leaders of the Green Movement After 4 Years
The article discusses the ongoing house arrest of Iranian opposition leaders Mousavi, Karroubi, and Rahnavard, which has now lasted five years. Experts debate whether lifting…