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DESCRIPTION:Talking with Tehran?\n\nA conversation withDr. Ali Ferdowsi\nChair, History 
 and Political Science Dept., Notre Dame de Namur University\n\nIt has been 
 thirty years since the Islamic revolution in Iran.  It has also been thirty 
 years since the United States and Iran last talked directly with each 
 other.  New U.S. President Barack Obama said during his campaign that he 
 would be willing to sit down and negotiate with the Islamic Republic.  
 Recent statements by Iranian leaders indicate they too might be willing to 
 open a dialogue.  Is there really a chance for a thaw in relations? \n\nAt 
 the same time, powerful forces -- in Washington and Israel -- will not only 
 oppose a diplomatic opening to Tehran, they will continue to press for a 
 preemptive military attack to destroy Iran’s alleged nuclear weapons 
 development sites, which Iran continues to insist are aimed at developing 
 nuclear power only.  And finally, national elections in Iran are coming up 
 soon.  The outcome of those elections may change the entire equation -- for 
 better or for worse. \n\nDr. Ali Ferdowsi is a native of Iran who continues 
 to travel there every year to research the latest political dynamics in 
 that complex nation.  \n\nThis program is part of the ongoing Other Voices 
 series produced by Peninsula Peace and Justice Center.  It will be 
 broadcast live on Mid-Peninsula Community Media Cable Channel 27, webcast 
 at www.MidPenMedia.org, and rebroadcast throughout March.  Be a part of the 
 live studio audience! \n\nFree and open to the public ~ Sponsored by 
 Peninsula Peace and Justice Center.\n 
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