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Free Iran World Summit 2021: The Democratic Alternative on the March to Victory
"Free Iran World Summit 2021: The Democratic Alternative on the March to Victory" is a Special Report sponsored by The Alliance for Public Awareness.
Day 1: Free Iran World Summit - July 10, 2021
Note: All remarks in the Special Report are excerpts from the actual addresses to the Free Iran Summit 2021
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The democratic alternative marching towards victory
In this summit, we hear the voices of the Iranian people, the rebels and protesters, as well as freedom advocates.
Dissident summit sparks Iran regime's ire
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and a parade of former officials and current lawmakers told a mass virtual gathering of Iranian exiles over the weekend that the regime in Tehran was weak, illegitimate, incompetent and not long for this world.
Q&A: Maryam Rajavi, dissident leader, puts spotlight on 'the Iran of tomorrow'
Maryam Rajavi, President-elect of the National Council of Resistance of Iran, provided the following exclusive answers to questions from The Washington Times on July 7, 2021.
'We cannot shower the Ayatollah with money in the hopes that he won't use it to inflict terror'
One conflict is the most important to understand to restore Iran to its rightful place in history.
Victims of the 1988 massacre deserve justice
Let me start by saying what I have said many times before, the Iranian people deserve democracy, freedom, and human rights, and should be formally supported by the international community.
'This year's sham election reached a new low even for this regime'
This marquee event, which demonstrates not only the breadth and endurance of opposition to the fascist, religious dictatorship in Tehran, but also the determination to see it replaced.
Iranians demand separation of church and state, women's rights
My most friendly greetings to Maryam Rajavi. I would like to thank the President once again for inviting me to attend your annual big gathering.
'The flame of freedom burns brightly'
I am here to express support for the people of Iran in the continuing quest and struggle for freedom, democracy, and human rights.
'The genocidal regime cannot be reformed or moderated'
President-elect Maryam Rajavi and honorable guests. From all indications, Iran has gone through this seminal transformation, much to the chagrin of the medieval tyranny's apologists.
'Waging a heroic uprising against the corruption and brutality'
My greetings to Mrs. Maryam Rajavi and to the tens of thousands of people who have joined virtually around the world.
Women play vital role bringing justice to Iran
I want to begin by thanking all of you for your dedication, your devotion, and your commitment to the cause of a secular, democratic, and non-nuclear Iran.
Terror groups funded and inspired by regime 'are increasing their activities'
The Iranian people have a proud and distinguished history. It pains us to see what Iran has become in the hands of narrow minded, bigoted fanatics.
Wakeup call for the world
Madam President-elect Rajavi, thank you very much for your words that I consider, as a European, a wakeup call for Europe. I can see a wakeup call for the international community as a whole.
'Outposts of Mullahs' terror must be immediately closed'
Now is the time to get rid of the genocidal regime of the Mullahs.
Time for solidarity with Iranians: 'Man Irani hastam'
My uncle President Kennedy wrote a famous book called While England Slept, documenting the failure of appeasement towards Adolf Hitler in World War II.
Progress is made by determined people
It's not so often that the United States Congress comes together to agree on something in a bipartisan manner, when the two political parties echo the same message.
'The Iranian freedom movement is gathering strength daily'
I thank the organizers of the 2021 convention for a free Iran and Mrs. Maryam Rajavi, NCRI's President-elect, for your ongoing commitment and your visionary leadership in support of human rights.
Mullahs fear Rajavi's vision for a free Iran
That word 'free' in other words, like in freedom, democracy, and human rights, unfortunately doesn't hold much meaning these days inside Iran.
'Change is driven by the Iranian people'
The awareness of the dreams and the struggle of ordinary Iranian people is moving beyond a world of insiders in the corridors of power.
Regime's tentacles 'assault constantly those who want to bring democracy to Iran'
It is such a pleasure to be with you, Madame Rajavi. I wish that we could be together as we were in 2018.
'A beacon of hope' for Iranian people
It's my pleasure to speak with you and thank you all for your enduring commitment and advocacy on behalf of a free and democratic Iran.
Regime's 'power is dependent upon the oppression of its people'
Like most members of Congress, I have been following the developments in Iran closely and with alarm.
'We want to see Iran's culture and economy and society thrive'
It is an incredible honor to be speaking to you at the International Convention for a Free Iran.
'We need to collapse the regime'
I'm honored today to address the International Convention for a Free Iran. The Iranian regime's malign activities are well known.
'Supporting an American foreign policy that pushes for human rights'
I welcome to the international convention for a free Iran. The Iranian American community has made such important contributions in a whole host of fields and studies.
Urging a 'bipartisan approach to the threat posed by a nuclear Iran'
I'd like to wish a warm welcome to today's convention as you continue to fight for a free Iran.
'Every day the regime continues its missile development, we are less safe'
I'm honored to join you today to support all of those who stand for a free and democratic Iran.
Standing with the 'Iranian people in their pursuit for peace'
I support the efforts of the Iranian people to bring change and democracy to their country.
'Engaging and appeasing this regime is wrong and misguided'
It's an honor to join you as a champion of a democratic and free Iran.
'The United States must align with those fighting for freedom and democracy'
I'm honored to join you for the International Convention for a Free Iran. The regime is a proven adversary and the world's largest state sponsor of terror.
'Prioritize keeping America and the world safe from Iran's malign behavior'
I'm honored to come together to share a few words with all of those across the globe who long for a free Iran and to break the chains of authoritarianism.
Standing with the Iranian people is necessary
Excerpts from remarks by Members of Congress
'Imagine an Iran that exports peace, knowledge, and friendship'
The government that is in place in Iran today has a long history of human rights violations and spreads terrorist activities around the world.
'There is hope that Iran will take its place in the world that it deserves'
It is a pleasure for me to congratulate this gathering and the leadership of Maryam Rajavi.
Keep 'protesting, resisting, sacrificing' for freedom
The Iranian people and resistance have a history of almost half a century protesting, resisting, and sacrificing for freedom.
Regime costs 'innocent life and regional stability'
The Iranian people's aspiration for freedom, democracy and respect for human rights and liberties has and will continue to have the full support of the democratic party of Albania and myself.
'Political prisoners in Iran are counting on you'
Many of you escaped totalitarian and autocratic rule, intolerance and injustice.
'Encourage those who want to modernize Iran'
After the presidential election, this is an important perception, a strong idea, a very good idea that such a meeting is being held.
'Global protest' mounting against new president
More than 40 years after the Islamic Revolution, is Iran an ordinary country? Is the name of a terrorist country fitting?
'Raisi should not be rewarded by sanctions relief'
Mrs. Rajavi, honorable colleagues, elected representatives from around the world, ladies and gentlemen, it's a great privilege for me to be here with you today.
Maryam Rajavi's Ten-Point Plan for the Future of Iran
Rejection of velayat-e faqih (absolute clerical rule). Affirmation of the people's sovereignty in a republic founded on universal suffrage and pluralism.
End Culture of Impunity
Hold Iran Regime's President-elect Ebrahim Raisi Accountable for Crimes Against Humanity
Bipartisan House Majority Recognize the Rights of the Iranian People and Their Struggles
House of Representatives condemns past and present Iranian state-sponsored terrorist attacks against United States citizens and officials, as well as Iranian dissidents.
