Iran's Brutal Crackdown: Join the Live Chat
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Tonight a 360° exclusive. You'll hear from a protester in Iran who's risking her life to speak out. The Iranian government is cracking down on the demonstrations following Egypt's uprising. That's after they praised the people of Egypt. We're Keeping Them Honest. Plus, will Mississippi's governor denounce attempts to honor a KKK leader?
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I'm glad that you are allowing 'Sarah' to speak out, Anderson! More people like her have to let their voices be heard without fear of reprisal.
Whats the difference between the US stand on the Egypt protests and Ahmedinajads stand on the protesters in Iran?
they are muslims with different beliefs... did'nt messengers.
It is obvious that the first thing the Iranian government would shut down would be the Internet. The protesters will have to use the techniques of the past in order to organize. A great disadvantage, but not impossible.
It's hard to speak out for or against other peoples right to protest – especially with the way we, ourselves as a nation, handle protesters.
Sara is a very brave girl to speak out like this, good for her
Sara is very impressive. Reminds me of El-Katanya (?) from Egypt who you interviewed a couple of days ago Anderson.. she was awesome! These women are impressive.
Oh, my... Sara... be strong!!
My heart goes out to (Sara)....... She is really brave to speak to Anderson.
President Obama did say that the only assistance we could give, besides watch as part of humanitarian witnesses in my opinion, is to give moral support. We hear their stories.
What world organization can stop crimes against humanity?
each of these countries are so different
I am noticing that in all middle eastern countries in recent years, women (whether or not in burqah) are being vocal in politics. This is a GREAT development.
Women's participation is absolutely essential to democracy.
Good evening Anderson and everyone. Terrible about the brutality in Iran. Even though they want to hide their violence from the world, we can see it. I'm glad the President spoke out about them.
Sara is very brave
I wonder if the Iranian regime would listen to Obama if he vehemently condemned them? Do you think that they have more 'respect' for him?
I think that the protesters in Iran are in so much more danger then the protesters in Egypt. Its going to take a huge amount of the population to get their message to the Iranian regime that they no longer will accept a government thats run by dictators.
The world is changing...kind of scary. Hopefully, peace will prevail.
Interesting how Mahmoud Ahmadinejad can support Egypt but at the same time when it happens in his country, he wants to cut all communication. He knows the protection of the protesters is the "eyes of the world"
Anderson... the woman (Sara) who is speeching about Iran is very brave and her voice is so needed right now... God Bless This Woman!!
hello. andersoon...360 staff.
Iran pictures are scary. I feel for their safety.
Oh boy!!! I don't watch that taped someone shot everywhere in Iran!!!!
As I said last night. Ahmadinejad only encouraged the Egyptian protests because he believed it would free Egypt from U.S. and Israeli influence.
His own words to the Egyptians may have fueled the protests in Iran this week.
Obama,after getting a negative rating for Egypt,came out strong against Iran.
Hello 360 and fellow bloggers. Violence is so much a part of the culture in the middle east. I really did hope change could be a peaceful process. Patience is hard to come by in that type of atmosphere. I feel for the people who want change and put their lives on the line for it.
I hope Iran gets the peace and freedom they desire
Anderson... Revolution to Evolution in the Middle East... I sure hope so.
What would you expect from the President of Iran, total HYpocricy (sp?).
I truly, truly hope that the Iranian demonstrators break through the gov. of Iran and obtain freedom (& capture the extremists and punish them).
Democracy is the birthright of people with brain and heart. Anything else is slavery.
Iran's time will come.
That's right in some one's else backyard that applies!
Who can a group of civilized people be so barbaric?
Iranians, Be sure to keep it peaceful. Dont give any reason for the Regime to target you.
Why hasn't President Obama forcefully condemned the Iranian regime?
The Iranian parliament in that clip looked more like an old fraternity union riving memories of the good old days than anything else.
Stuck In The Past
What is really sad is I can see our government coming to that type of craziness to where our representatives are chanting something like that. With what has been the attitudes of some of them, I would not be surprised if it came to that
Rock on Anderson. I'm looking forward to the piece on Mississippi.
The winds of change are indeed blowing across the Middle East... the world is changing... absolutely!!
Hello Anderson! Hello Everyone! Good evening.
Iranians, Cheers! Go for it, folks!!!!
Hello Anderson, Good Evening to you... and all of you fellow bloggers. 🙂
Good evening Anderson, Isha, 360°Team, Jo Ann, Mike, Megan, Nicole, Nancy, Gloria, Starr, Nina, & Bloggers.
That was really something to see that clip of the Iranian government!
Good evening Anderson & Team 360.
Hello, Nancy, Nichole, Megan, Emily, JoAnn, Mike, Casey, Samantha, Nina, Sharon, Heather,...everyone.
Looking forward to Anderson's discussion with a young Iranian about the "revolution" in Iran.
Anderson,
Hi! Sounds like some interesting reports tonight. I'm looking forward to your interview with the Iranian protester.
I believe Iran dictator is willing to use nukes to stay in power.
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Good evening everyone.
Looking forward to the show tonight.
Hello – Good evening.
Good Evening Everyone! Greetings!
Evening Anderson and everyone