The left warns that we would do well not to inflame passions in Iran
As Iranians once again fight for social and economic reform, perhaps the best thing the U.S. can do is watch and wait. That includes the president staying away from Twitter.
Opinions from the left:
1. The Guardian view on protests in Iran: they matter – but what do they mean?
From The Guardian: The protests are a test for President Hassan Rouhani. Is there a chance the country could see reform?
President Trump tweets that the people of Iran are 'finally acting against the brutal and corrupt' government, amid widespread protests. https://t.co/jKsXlQzdpX
— The Associated Press (@AP) January 2, 2018
From The New York Times: Mr. President, your comments are less than helpful to the Iranian protesters. Quit tweeting.
The Iranian supreme leader blamed "enemies" of Iran for protests that have left more than 20 people dead https://t.co/0pAuwIi8RN
— The New York Times (@nytimes) January 2, 2018
3. The Uprising in Iran: 'This Is What Revolution Looks Like'
From Maclean's: Can this end well for protestors when Rouhani is not giving up an inch of power without a fight?
