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On June 30, at the Free Iran 2024 World Summit<\/a> in Paris, Ambassador Ken Blackwell, former US Ambassador to the United Nations Human Rights Commission, delivered an impassioned speech emphasizing the enduring struggle for human rights and freedom in Iran.<\/p>\n In his remarks, Amb. Blackwell recounted his involvement in building the case against Milosevic in the former Yugoslavia and witnessing the brutality of apartheid in South Africa. He expressed that such atrocities must come to an end and highlighted the critical role of the Iranian freedom fighters in this global fight for justice.<\/p>\n Speaking from the heart, Blackwell emphasized the importance of perseverance in the struggle for a free Iran. He likened the freedom fighters to long-distance runners, essential for achieving lasting change, unlike sprinters who burn out quickly. He stressed that the atrocities of mass executions and the wrongful convictions of diaspora members by the Iranian regime are characteristic of brutal dictatorships, which must be confronted and overcome.<\/p>\n Blackwell invoked the power of collective action, asserting that history is a process, not a snapshot, and together we can alter its course toward freedom. Emphasizing the necessity of demanding change, Blackwell said, “Power concedes nothing without a demand.” He called for a united front to confront and dismantle the evil power center in Iran, promising that the Iranians will eventually achieve freedom and continue to contribute positively to the world.<\/p>\n The full text of Ambassador Blackwell\u2019s speech follows:<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Madam Rajavi, distinguished guests, particularly those in Ashraf 3.<\/p>\n For over 50 years, I’ve worked on human rights, both domestically and globally. The things that I’ve witnessed in terms of human tragedy at the hands of dictatorships, authoritarian governments, and theocracies are beyond most people’s imagination.<\/p>\n Team Trump used economic and diplomatic leverage to — Ken Blackwell (@kenblackwell) June 30, 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n
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