Strangely some say that Prince Reza’s reluctance to assume “leadership” shows lack of commitment, while at the same time accusing him of wanting to “highjack“ the revolution! One cannot possibly be both! I on the other hand feel his reluctance to ”assume” leadership is because he doesn’t want to be presumptuous, rather wants to actually have the responsibility bestowed upon him by the people, to represent them. That is not only fair, but also praiseworthy. But Prince Reza, as great and progressive as he may be, is but one freedom-loving patriot, there are many others, and we need many more still.
The challenge of Persian society is as much cultural as it is religious. This is evident in lingering “mullah culture” marked by prejudice, mistrust, suspicion, paranoia, cynicism, and mob mentality. While a new way of thinking, a new culture is being born, it is necessary to rid ourselves of the shackles of the past, and perceive that in our struggles for freedom and justice whoever is not against us, is WITH us! In a free, prosperous and thriving country such as not so distant future Iran, there will be room, nay there will be NEED for many many fair-minded individuals who embrace secular values. There will be a role for everyone to play. Those that understand this, lend a hand to this natural evolution, and learn to cooperate will be a part of the future, others will be left in the past. Let the past be the past, and the future, the future!
