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Iranian-Americans Oppose Strike; Want Focus on Human Rights

In the large Iranian diaspora in the US, only a small fraction backs any recognized opposition group, and the Mujaheddin-e Khalq is the least popular, reports Barbara Slavin.
Marchers carry pre-Islamic Revolution flags of Iran as they march in the Persian Day Parade in New York, April 15, 2012. The parade is held in commemoration of Newroz, the Persian New Year. REUTERS/Keith Bedford (UNITED STATES - Tags: SOCIETY POLITICS) - RTR30SC6

Often viewed as hopelessly divided, Iranian-Americans are united in wanting the US government to expend more effort promoting democracy and human rights in Iran, but do not want the US to try to overthrow Iran’s government or strike its nuclear facilities, according to a new poll.

The survey, released Thursday, April 18, was commissioned by the Public Affairs Alliance of Iranian-Americans (PAAIA), a nonpartisan group that seeks to promote the “collective good” and “elevate the image of Iranian-Americans.” The poll also shows that most Iranian-Americans would support lifting sanctions if an agreement can be reached on Iran’s nuclear program.

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