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Death of Iranian 'Neda' Sweeps Internet

By Drew Nelles| Posted Jun 21, 09 2:45 PM CDT|

(Newser) – A graphic video that apparently captured the death of a young Iranian woman known only as “Neda” has become an online phenomenon, CNN reports. Neda was protesting in Tehran with her father against alleged electoral fraud when the pro-government militia Basiji shot her in the heart, a blogger writes. The video shows a young woman on the street, covered in blood and surrounded by distraught protesters.

"The final moments of her tender young life leaked into the pavement of Karegeh Street today, captured by cell phone cameras," the unnamed blogger posted. "And not long after, took on new life, flickering across computer screens around the world on YouTube, and even CNN." Neda is now a top trending topic on Twitter.

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Like most of the information coming out of Tehran, it is impossible to verify Nera's name or the circumstances of her injuries, captured close-up on a bystander's camera. (AP Photo)

This is an image from a video being widely circulated on the internet via YouTube and Twitter reportedly showing a badly injured girl identified as Neda. (AP Photo)

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cnguyen
Jun 21, 09 3:03 PM CDT

Horrible Reply

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drlarrymitchell
Jun 21, 09 7:31 PM CDT

Yes, But life-affirming. If they are willing to protest and die to ensure that their election results are legitimate, they are more free than any American.

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Newser001
Jun 21, 09 8:07 PM CDT

Very well said, drlarrymitchell.

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shonangreg
Jun 21, 09 11:16 PM CDT

Well, they are not more free, as getting shot demonstrates. They may be more courageous, though.

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drlarrymitchell
Jun 22, 09 2:24 AM CDT

It is not fearing being shot that gives them their freedom- not their government.

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shonangreg
Jun 22, 09 8:16 AM CDT

You're redefining "freedom" in that case. You are right in that you can be free if you stop fearing death. However, getting beyond such psychology, The Bill of Rights recognizes freedoms Americans have regardless of whether or not we exercise them or even believe in them. ................... Having said all that, Americans are not very free -- whether in society or in psychology. We really fear our own society. Just compare the nightlife of any major city in Europe or Japan with the same in America. In Japan in the evenings, EVERYONE goes out without fear -- not in two's or three's for safety, not in their car parking near their target, they just go out -- (almost) anywhere at anytime with or without friends. But we're getting further and further off-topic here.

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2-bits
Jun 22, 09 1:05 PM CDT

drlarrymitchell is apparently speaking in the "Freedom's just another word for nothin' left to lose" sense.

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A1A
Jun 21, 09 3:40 PM CDT

Probably about the same time ManBoy Tony Hawk was skateboarding in the White House, where it is more important to be cool than to do anything about the Iranian Crisis. Reply

-10

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Netstorm2k9
Jun 21, 09 3:51 PM CDT

Well, to be honest, what exactly can Obama do? I'm not a supporter of his, or any politician really, but there is only so much power someone can wield. The guy isn't god.

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Constituent
Jun 21, 09 9:00 PM CDT

That comment is quite unreasonable. What, on earth, does Tony Hawk skateboarding in the White House have to do with anything? Do you honestly believe that anyone's work was interrupted - that the business of running the country and responding to international crisis was interrupted - by that photography moment? Do you not know that there are dozens and dozens of people who visit the White House every day, whether on foot or wheels, who get their pictures taken, and somehow, the Commander in Chief finds the time to continue with his business? I did not vote for this President, but if we are going to debate here, or make comments about an important political event that is costing people their very lives, let's try to keep the dialogue reasonable and not begin this type of adolescent finger-pointing that has absolutely nothing to do with the issue. This lady, and others, lost her life, and you want to use this moment - this forum - to bitch and moan about Tony Hawk? Can you not think of something of value to add to the conversation? You need to elevate your thoughts to a level deserving of the sacrifice made by these desperate people.

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EKD
Jun 21, 09 11:16 PM CDT

Read our history. And... if you have something to say, say it. Y

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inky
Jun 22, 09 1:06 PM CDT

I gotta agree with you about Tony Hawk. He's Peter Pan personified.

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mindgammon
Jun 21, 09 3:45 PM CDT

totally unreal Reply

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Netstorm2k9
Jun 21, 09 3:49 PM CDT

No, that's reality. That's what it looks like, both death, and true grief. My question is, when are the Iranians going to start shooting back? This is the time for that, right now.

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Netstorm2k9
Jun 21, 09 3:53 PM CDT

When your government is shooting you down in the streets for raising your voice, you destroy that government, and those who run it get put up against the wall. Reply

+12

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sameold
Jun 21, 09 4:22 PM CDT

says the guy at his desk drinking coffee...

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AnnieChrist
Jun 21, 09 4:33 PM CDT

Unless itt's students at Kent State U, then it gets whitewashed.

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Netstorm2k9
Jun 21, 09 4:39 PM CDT

@sameold, I'm drinking water, mind you, and if we were in Tehran, I wouldn't be at this desk. I'd be on a rooftop filling molotovs. @AnnieChrist- I agree, but that wasn't quite the same, and those Guardsmen got punished, I'm sure. It wasn't in DC, and those weren't US Army troops. I agree, it should have meant more, though, but this government's been corrupt since fifteen minutes after the 1st Continental Congress adjourned.

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JaneMP
Jun 21, 09 5:03 PM CDT

Netstorm--are you including the years after the US deposed the deomcraticly elected government and installed the Shah?

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Netstorm2k9
Jun 21, 09 5:06 PM CDT

Well, yah. We were corrupt before we'd even finished fighting off the British.

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anchower
Jun 21, 09 7:36 PM CDT

The US government is not and has never been a legitimate government. Why? In large part because blacks, Indians, women, the poor of all colors and both sexes, had no say in the drafting of the federal constitution. By the way, Netstorm2k9, "those Guardsmen got punished, I'm sure"? To the contrary, while a grand jury did indict them, the federal judge presiding over the case dismissed the charges against all of them. From KSU's own Web site: http://dept.kent.edu/sociology/lewis/LEWIHEN.htm

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ack
Jun 21, 09 5:19 PM CDT

I'm guessing that Bush is on vacation in Texas -- probably a gut reaction by now. "Crisis? Vacation! (Oh, wait. I'm not President anymore. Oh well.)" Reply

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jenna
Jun 21, 09 5:26 PM CDT

I cry as I write this. What a wonderful world... Reply

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TheseDontRun
Jun 21, 09 7:36 PM CDT

Something needs to be done, this injustice to the human rights of Iranians are unforgivable! Now I believe in many cases bombs dont justify bombs and death doesnt justify death but the Iranian people need to rise up! Mahmoud Ahmadinejad Will Continue this inhumanity! Rise Up Iran For Neda She Is The Symbol Of Your Nation, Youth Beautiful And Alive! Do Not Let Her Death Be In Vain! Reply

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Newser001
Jun 21, 09 8:13 PM CDT

The sad part, its not only Iran... The vast majority of people find themselves oppressed.

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lasty58
Jun 21, 09 7:53 PM CDT

Wow, not only are they making martyrs, but now they let one get caught on tape. Nice work Ahmadinejad, you just fed the fire that will burn down your house. Reply

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cnguyen
Jun 22, 09 2:50 AM CDT

hopefully

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NewserScooter
Jun 22, 09 1:28 AM CDT

I think this is the answer to all those folks who question the second amendment. Reply

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shonangreg
Jun 22, 09 8:24 AM CDT

But Iranians are doing this without every Tom, Dick, and Crazy Larry having guns. ............... In America, not only are we afraid of the rampant presence of guns in the hands of every other wacko, but the "responsible" gun owners didn't lift a finger to stop the government from taking more of our freedoms under the Patriot Act, the telecom tappings, etc. You guys have missed the boat, you're paddling hard anyway, and you're shooting at anyone who laughs at you.

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pac7fuj
Jun 22, 09 11:46 AM CDT

May those responsible for this young womans death be taken from our midst one pound at a time. I pray that I may take the first pound with my bare hands. Reply

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