As I spent time with the Iranian president in New York, the central purpose of his trip to the United Nations became clear: Getting reelected back home.
Thursday, Sep 25, 2008 10:21 AM UTCAn alarmist John McCain is using Iran as a political weapon against Barack Obama -- even as he misjudges our Middle East adversary.
Thursday, Jun 19, 2008 10:59 AM UTC 98Barack Obama is perceived by Muslims abroad like no other candidate. He would begin a presidency with tremendous potential to heal U.S. relations with much of the world.
Thursday, Feb 21, 2008 11:16 AM UTC 127My time with the Iranian president this week underscored how the U.S. media has overlooked his political savvy.
Wednesday, Sep 26, 2007 9:00 PM UTC 41The White House is foolish not to recognize that the only way out of the Iraq mess now includes serious negotiations with Iran.
Monday, Jul 16, 2007 10:27 AM UTC 21From Cheney's bellicosity to Rice's coy diplomacy, the U.S. approach to Iran has seemed schizophrenic -- and may have unexpected consequences.
Monday, May 21, 2007 11:10 AM UTC 13The captured British sailors ate decent meals and were set free in business suits -- as Tehran used them to score political points on the Arab street.
Thursday, Apr 5, 2007 11:04 AM UTC 33Iranians are fed up with the high price of tomatoes and their provocative president. But it would be dangerous for Bush and the West to overlook their national pride.
Wednesday, Feb 21, 2007 12:10 PM UTC 50Hooman Majd has written on Iranian affairs for Salon since 2007. His book on Iran and its people, "The Ayatollah Begs To Differ: The Paradox of Modern Iran" (Doubleday) was published in September. Majd travels regularly to Iran and has served as an advisor and translator for
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