Sometimes under horrific murderous people who play god to everyone and are the most brutal, that is Akhoond and Hezbolahi followers of Islam, there is so little that can be done.
I think Shirin Ebadi has helped many and it is that small step that is possible. I dont think neither Shirin, or Karoubi saw themselves as saviour, but their action had put them into the path that they could and did make a difference. As much as I hate an Akhoond, I cant help by Applaud the actions of Karoubi and the speech he made. He could have been fattening up, raping others, like other akhoonds are doing, but he chose to take moves that saw his life become uncomfortable. And he continued doing it even when it was clear that the regime would not change and I think it does not make sense for any of us who has not taken any steps to help Iran no anyone in Iran to take a negative stance towards them. It only help strengthen the barbaric regime of Islam in Iran.