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The Iranian penal code is strictly Islamic in nature. Most all of the Quranic laws have prescribed punishments for those who are found to be guilty. Not surprisingly, there are no rights to fair trials. Phrases like due process are almost non-existent, as the Iranian police are notorious for their torture, indefinite detainment, and general mistreatment of any and all perceived as a threat to the Islamic identity of the state. (more…)

Aside from their disdain with perceived American imperialism, contemporary Iranians are enamored with the freedoms of the West. Iran also faces an important youth bulge that is experiencing discontent with strong economic, political, and social pressures (Larrabee 2003, p. 5). (more…)