Freedom of thought and resistance against cultural limitations / Mehrdad Naghibi

The dismissive and belittling approach towards independent intellectuals was not limited to the post-revolution and the rule of the Islamic Republic, but even before the revolution, independent intellectuals were also subjected to ridicule and threats from the ruling government. The approach of negating intellectualism has not only been promoted and justified by the government, but […]...

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Why is cultural criticism necessary? / Mehrdad Naghibi

Criticism of culture is a necessary matter for social dynamism. For over a century, Iranian society has been firmly rooted in various efforts to maintain ancient structures of tyranny, and its extent has reached a critical stage. In such a situation, whether willingly or unwillingly, the issue of cultural analysis becomes necessary, as cultural crises […]...

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Whistleblowing as a tool for bureaucratic accountability/ Judicial Trustee

The goal of this article is to familiarize with the key role and function of whistleblowers in holding the government accountable, especially in appointed and bureaucratic sectors. Whistleblowing by a government employee from within a governmental institution is not only an act in the realm of media and news, but also a crucial element in […]...

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The rejection of the rights of sexual minorities in the shadow of tyranny and patriarchy/Baran Nazarpour

Writing about the violation of fundamental family rights of LGTB+ individuals in an oppressive and patriarchal society like Iran is like writing with a fragile candle in the midst of a storm of darkness and injustice. More than two hundred years have passed since the French Revolution and more than a hundred years since the […]...

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Historic protests of November 98 as a rebellion of the working class against exploitation and tyranny/Reza Shirazi

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Why is physical punishment of children not eradicated in schools? / Mohammad Aghazadeh

This is a caption This is a caption. Mohammad Aghazadeh A recently released video shows a teacher in Shahriar County hitting students with a belt. This video is not an exception, but occasionally similar incidents are reflected on social networks, causing a wave of hatred and disgust. For our generation, this disgust is a sign […]...

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