Best Article on Iran Election Process I've seen

[kandrathe]

Good stuff...

Quite. I still am unsure if the uprising will grow underground to become a new revolution, but I suspect it is going to be just another Tianamen Square. Khamani consolidates his power, forces his enemies to revel themselves, then cracks down and attempts to crush the people into submission.

It might work for awhile, but I suspect the Iranians will not be so easily kept in line. It seems a large contingent of urban dwellers and students are seeking change (not that Mousavi was much of a change). I also wonder if Obama's less bellicose diplomacy (and I suspect other future engagements) will continue to soften the hearts and minds of more Iranians over time. It's hard to stay mad at the "great Satan" when he invites you over to his house for some all beef bratwurst, and a non-alcoholic beverage to watch the fireworks.