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A bipartisan House majority pushes for a resolution condemning Iran for terrorism & supporting the Iranian people's call for regime change.
Regime change in #Iran by the people of Iran & their resistance coalition NCRI (@iran_policy).
#FreeIran
washingtonexaminer.com/news/the-world…
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A bipartisan House majority pushes for a resolution condemning Iran for terrorism & supporting the Iranian people's call for regime change.
Regime change in #Iran by the people of Iran & their resistance coalition NCRI (@iran_policy).
#FreeIran
washingtonexaminer.com/news/the-world…
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The resolution, with 221 lawmakers backing it, supports NCRI President @Maryam_Rajavi’s 10-point plan for a future Iran—including a universal right to vote, market economy & a non-nuclear Iran.
@RepMcClintock wrote to @SecPompeo on the resolution.
foxnews.com/politics/major…
The resolution, with 221 lawmakers backing it, supports NCRI President @Maryam_Rajavi’s 10-point plan for a future Iran—including a universal right to vote, market economy & a non-nuclear Iran.
@RepMcClintock wrote to @SecPompeo on the resolution.
foxnews.com/politics/major…
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Two dozen Republicans & Democrats spoke in support of the resolution on Wednesday during a virtual event hosted by @OrgIAC.
Republican @RepMcClintock of California is the legislation’s sponsor.
Two dozen Republicans & Democrats spoke in support of the resolution on Wednesday during a virtual event hosted by @OrgIAC.
Republican @RepMcClintock of California is the legislation’s sponsor.
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Rep. @BradSherman of California spoke at the event, advocating for a “nonnuclear, democratic, secular, free & prosperous Iran."
"While the regime has continued to fuel extremism across the region, everyday Iranians have stood up to the regime,” he said.
Rep. @BradSherman of California spoke at the event, advocating for a “nonnuclear, democratic, secular, free & prosperous Iran."
"While the regime has continued to fuel extremism across the region, everyday Iranians have stood up to the regime,” he said.
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The resolution is notable not just by the number of sponsors on the resolution, but the broad spectrum of who is on it, including Republicans such as Rep. Louie Gohmert & Democrats such as Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, both from Texas.
The resolution is notable not just by the number of sponsors on the resolution, but the broad spectrum of who is on it, including Republicans such as Rep. Louie Gohmert & Democrats such as Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, both from Texas.
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“We recognize the brutality of the ayatollah and his regime, and instead of staying silent and hoping things get better, we proudly and openly stand with the brave Iranian people who are standing up and demanding to be recognized,” said Republican Rep. @DanCrenshawTX.
“We recognize the brutality of the ayatollah and his regime, and instead of staying silent and hoping things get better, we proudly and openly stand with the brave Iranian people who are standing up and demanding to be recognized,” said Republican Rep. @DanCrenshawTX.
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“We’re against a regime that promotes terrorism and terrorizes its people. We want you to know as you stand for freedom, you will have the support of so many of us,” said Democratic Rep. @JacksonLeeTX18, adding that the U.S. stands with those protesting the Iranian regime.
“We’re against a regime that promotes terrorism and terrorizes its people. We want you to know as you stand for freedom, you will have the support of so many of us,” said Democratic Rep. @JacksonLeeTX18, adding that the U.S. stands with those protesting the Iranian regime.
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Iranian opposition coalition NCRI President @Maryam_Rajavi said in a video message:
"This Resolution, co-sponsored by a bipartisan majority of members of Congress, reflects the American people’s support for Iranian people’s desire for a free Iran.”
Iranian opposition coalition NCRI President @Maryam_Rajavi said in a video message:
"This Resolution, co-sponsored by a bipartisan majority of members of Congress, reflects the American people’s support for Iranian people’s desire for a free Iran.”
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U.S. House members also condemned the Iranian regime's terror plots against the main opposition PMOI/MEK, and Tehran’s exploitation of embassies as a cover-up for malign activities and targeting dissidents in foreign countries.
iranfocus.com/en/iran-genera…
U.S. House members also condemned the Iranian regime's terror plots against the main opposition PMOI/MEK, and Tehran’s exploitation of embassies as a cover-up for malign activities and targeting dissidents in foreign countries.
iranfocus.com/en/iran-genera…
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Republican Representative @RepGosar also voiced his support for the Iranian people’s struggle for freedom & democracy.
Republican Representative @RepGosar also voiced his support for the Iranian people’s struggle for freedom & democracy.
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Democrat @RepDannyDavis
-It is our duty to support the Iranian nation.
-This resolution focuses on the Iranian Resistance, the ten-point plan & the Iranian regime's human right violations.
Democrat @RepDannyDavis
-It is our duty to support the Iranian nation.
-This resolution focuses on the Iranian Resistance, the ten-point plan & the Iranian regime's human right violations.
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Republican @replouiegohmert
-You have so many of us who support what you're doing.
-We're grateful for your courage & your yearning within that wants to be free. You should be free & we support your efforts in achieving that goal.
Republican @replouiegohmert
-You have so many of us who support what you're doing.
-We're grateful for your courage & your yearning within that wants to be free. You should be free & we support your efforts in achieving that goal.
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Democrat @RepRaulRuizMD
-The Iranian people should know that America stands with them for a free & peaceful #Iran.
-The U.S. hears you & we will continue to support your fight for freedom, human rights & democratic values.
Democrat @RepRaulRuizMD
-The Iranian people should know that America stands with them for a free & peaceful #Iran.
-The U.S. hears you & we will continue to support your fight for freedom, human rights & democratic values.
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Republican Rep. @RepLeeZeldin
-I stand with the Iranian people striving for freedom.
-The U.S. supports your right for a better future & a free & peaceful nation.
Republican Rep. @RepLeeZeldin
-I stand with the Iranian people striving for freedom.
-The U.S. supports your right for a better future & a free & peaceful nation.
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Democrat @RepAngieCraig
-It's my honor to support the Iranian people & your effort to have a representative government.
Democrat @RepAngieCraig
-It's my honor to support the Iranian people & your effort to have a representative government.
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Republican @RepTimBurchett
-I stand in support with people of Iran who seek a free and democratic Iran.
Republican @RepTimBurchett
-I stand in support with people of Iran who seek a free and democratic Iran.
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Democrat @RepScottPeters
-This resolution also seeks to hold Iran's accountable for its ballistic missile program.
-UN arms embargo on Iran should be extended.
-I'll continue to push for a democratic & non-nuclear Iran.
Democrat @RepScottPeters
-This resolution also seeks to hold Iran's accountable for its ballistic missile program.
-UN arms embargo on Iran should be extended.
-I'll continue to push for a democratic & non-nuclear Iran.
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Republican Rep. @LanceGooden
-Support & momentum for your cause of a free Iran is growing in the U.S.
-I stand with the people of Iran & encourage my colleagues/government to establish a free/democratic Iran.
Republican Rep. @LanceGooden
-Support & momentum for your cause of a free Iran is growing in the U.S.
-I stand with the people of Iran & encourage my colleagues/government to establish a free/democratic Iran.
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Democrat @RepKathleenRice
As Americans, we should all stand with the Iranian people as they hold legitimate and peaceful protests against their oppressive government. We must do all we can to support them in their fight for basic human rights.
Democrat @RepKathleenRice
As Americans, we should all stand with the Iranian people as they hold legitimate and peaceful protests against their oppressive government. We must do all we can to support them in their fight for basic human rights.
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The resolution entitled, “Condemning Iranian state-sponsored terrorism & expressing support for the Iranian people’s desire for a democratic, secular & non-nuclear republic of Iran,” lists some of the regime’s key facts of terror & malign activities.
irannewsupdate.com/39-general/716…
The resolution entitled, “Condemning Iranian state-sponsored terrorism & expressing support for the Iranian people’s desire for a democratic, secular & non-nuclear republic of Iran,” lists some of the regime’s key facts of terror & malign activities.
irannewsupdate.com/39-general/716…
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Republican @RepDonBacon
-I support the Iranian people desiring freedom.
-Iran's regime is supporting terror inside the country & across the globe.
-We want the Iranian people to enjoy prosperity.
-America stands with the freedom-loving people of Iran.
Republican @RepDonBacon
-I support the Iranian people desiring freedom.
-Iran's regime is supporting terror inside the country & across the globe.
-We want the Iranian people to enjoy prosperity.
-America stands with the freedom-loving people of Iran.
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Democrat @RepBeatty
The Iranian people have, through their protests and movements, in which women are highly participating, demonstrated that they share the American values of freedom, democracy, and plurality, among others.
Democrat @RepBeatty
The Iranian people have, through their protests and movements, in which women are highly participating, demonstrated that they share the American values of freedom, democracy, and plurality, among others.
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Republican @RepWesterman
-It is an honor to support the Iranian people's effort for freedom & human rights.
-You deserve happiness and we stand with you.
Republican @RepWesterman
-It is an honor to support the Iranian people's effort for freedom & human rights.
-You deserve happiness and we stand with you.
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Democrat @RepJudyChu
It is important that the Iranian people know that that U.S. stands with them in their tireless quest for democracy and human rights, and that we likewise stand opposed to the violence and oppression from Iran’s leaders.
Democrat @RepJudyChu
It is important that the Iranian people know that that U.S. stands with them in their tireless quest for democracy and human rights, and that we likewise stand opposed to the violence and oppression from Iran’s leaders.
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Republican @RepJoeWilson
-To the Iranian people, we in the Congress will never end our support for you & your ambitions of freedom.
-We are endorsing the strongest ever sanctions targeting #Iran's regime & proxies around the world.
Republican @RepJoeWilson
-To the Iranian people, we in the Congress will never end our support for you & your ambitions of freedom.
-We are endorsing the strongest ever sanctions targeting #Iran's regime & proxies around the world.
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Republican @RepTimmons
-I stand with the Iranian people for a democratic society.
-We will not Iran's corrupt & oppressive regime.
-The American people are with you.
Republican @RepTimmons
-I stand with the Iranian people for a democratic society.
-We will not Iran's corrupt & oppressive regime.
-The American people are with you.
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Republicans @Robert_Aderholt, @RepTomEmmer, @KenCalvert & @RepAGonzalez also voiced their support by connecting live to the virtual conference or sending messages.
Republicans @Robert_Aderholt, @RepTomEmmer, @KenCalvert & @RepAGonzalez also voiced their support by connecting live to the virtual conference or sending messages.
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Religious leaders from different faiths also participated in the event.
Rabbi Joseph Potasnik
-We who value democracy, liberty & free speech want you to have all these rights & values.
-You fight for a dream of decency for all of your people.
Religious leaders from different faiths also participated in the event.
Rabbi Joseph Potasnik
-We who value democracy, liberty & free speech want you to have all these rights & values.
-You fight for a dream of decency for all of your people.
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Bishop Robert Stearns
-I stand with the Iranian people and their ongoing drive to establish a free & democratic #Iran.
Bishop Robert Stearns
-I stand with the Iranian people and their ongoing drive to establish a free & democratic #Iran.
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@AJafarzadeh, deputy director of the NCRI’s DC office, told the Washington Examiner & Fox News that the core of the resolution “relies on the support for the Iranian people’s movement to overthrow this regime as a prerequisite for a democratic, secular republic in Iran.”
@AJafarzadeh, deputy director of the NCRI’s DC office, told the Washington Examiner & Fox News that the core of the resolution “relies on the support for the Iranian people’s movement to overthrow this regime as a prerequisite for a democratic, secular republic in Iran.”
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Over a thousand Iranians in exile joined this virtual conference focusing on U.S. House Resolution 374 supporting the Iranian people & Resistance for a #FreeIran.
Over a thousand Iranians in exile joined this virtual conference focusing on U.S. House Resolution 374 supporting the Iranian people & Resistance for a #FreeIran.
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Regime change in Iran is possible.
No need for a war, nor boots on the ground, nor a taxpayer dollar, nor a single bullet.
Support the Iranian people & their organized opposition NCRI (@iran_policy), & end the appeasement policy, especially by Europe.
ncr-iran.org/en/maryam-raja…
Regime change in Iran is possible.
No need for a war, nor boots on the ground, nor a taxpayer dollar, nor a single bullet.
Support the Iranian people & their organized opposition NCRI (@iran_policy), & end the appeasement policy, especially by Europe.
ncr-iran.org/en/maryam-raja…
