Iranian Elections

[Lemur]

I've always thought that Iran would one day be our partner in the middle east. Long history ofa middle class, respect for law, respect for education, democratic tradition ... yeah, in time they will be as good an ally as Turkey, and probably far better than Israel. All we need do it wait for the democratic forces to assert themselves.

This is big news for the world, but also big news for America.

And somebody please take out a gag order on Rep. Mike Pence, who wants to author a Congressional resolution in favor of the reformists. I call it the "Imedinnerjacket salvation bill."

"Today I'm introducing a resolution that will do just that. It will express its concern regarding the reported irregularities of the presidential election of 12 June, 2009. It will condemn the violence against demonstrators by pro-government militia in Tehran in the wake of the elections. It will affirm our belief in the universality of individual rights and the importance of democratic and fair elections. And lastly, and most importantly, it will express the support of the American people for all Iranian citizens who struggle for freedom, civil liberties and the protection of the rule of law. [...] Today I'll introduce a resolution. I urge all my colleagues in both parties to join me in expressing their support for these brave and courageous men and women."

No. Just no.