2006
National Convention for a Democratic, Secular Republic in Iran
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ABOUT 2006 NATIONAL CONVENTION FOR A DEMOCRATIC, SECULAR REPUBLIC IN IRAN |
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CONVENTION PROGRAM |
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Iranian-American leaders and delegates from nearly 40 states will come together for the second annual National Convention for a Democratic, Secular Republic in Iran. The convention will inaugurate on Thursday May 25, 2006 at 11:30 a.m. in Washington, D.C. Many leaders and delegates participate in a three jam-packed days of campaign featuring two days of Capital Hill Advocacy and a half-day national convention addressed by America’s and Iran's distinguished leaders and platforms led by field experts in the are of policy, human rights and democratization. Read the Report of the 2006 Nation Convention |
Convention's general assembly offers a half-day program featuring three main platforms. Portions of the program will be offered in Farsi for live broadcasting to Iran. State leader meetings will take place prior to official inauguration of the Convention. Networking and social events are planned that will give delegates time to talk, organize and enjoy the special joys of the nation's capital. One of the special programs happening during the convention is the Multicultural musical performances by local and national bands. Write to infoat2006nationalconvention.org. |
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HIGHLIGHTS OF THE 2005 IRANIAN-AMERICAN NATIONAL CONVENTIONS |
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Iranian-American came together April 14, 2005 and called for a Democratic, Secular Republic in Iran and also declared their support for Iran’s democracy roadmap. The 2005 National Convention for a Democratic, Secular Republic in Iran was organized on the four platforms: Human Rights: The platform inaugurated with the message that Iranian regime must be confronted publicly and privately for its violations of human rights. Terrorism: The platform highlighted a message that Tehran continues to support terrorist groups and is encouraging instability in Iraq through its extensive network with extremists groups in the region. Nuclear Threat: The platform outlined Tehran’s audacious pursuit of nuclear program with an aggressive timetable. With various options are on the table, Tehran also senses indecision and disunity in the West. US Policy: The platform inaugurated with a message that no one in Washington can claim that appeasement or a foreign war represent viable policy options on Iran. www.2005.2006nationalconvention.org |
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Congressman Bob Filner (D-CA), joint-chair of the Iran Human Rights and Democracy Caucus of the U.S. House of Representative; Congressman Tom Tancredo (R-CO), a member of the Foreign Affairs Committee in Congress and Co-chair of the Caucus; Congressman Dennis Moore (D-KS); and Congressman Ted Poe (R-TX) were among the speakers who offered their support to the Iranian people’s efforts to topple the clerical regime and replace it with a secular, democratic government.
The crowd gave rapturous applause to words of support from Republican Senators Kay Hutchinson from Texas and James Talent from Missouri. A number of former government officials, human rights activists, and parliamentarians from other countries also spoke at this convention.
Two former officers of the U.S. Army, Col. Kenneth Cantwell and Army lawyer Captain Vivian Gembara, both of whom served year-long tours of duty in Iraq, addressed the convention, as did Rep. Paul Forseth from the Canadian Parliament. More on: www.2005.2006nationalconvention.org |
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Marjan a prominent Iranian singer, broke her silence after twenty-five years during a convention held in Washington D.C. on April 14, 2005. Her performance was met with great acclaim and standing ovation of the audience and delegates attending the convention. As a banned female artist and former political prisoner, Marjan was welcomed back to scene of performance with a clear political message for a democratic, secular republic in Iran. 2005 National Convention chanter "Marjan, we love you, Marjan we praise you".
Marjan performed her first ever song titled "What will you do with the roots". Her message, through the song, was to the Iranian regime who has executed thousands since its inception in 1979. Parts of her translates as follow: "You have killed so many, injured thousands, and silenced some. But what will you do with the roots.
The roots that are giving the struggle for freedom and democracy so many branches and leaves.
The call for freedom is like the roots of a tree. Its growth is inevitable and will continue until the spring of liberty is here. " More on: www.2005.2006nationalconvention.org |
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