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We Left Iran in 1982. I Should Be There Now.

Watching the protests, 40 years after my family fled, all I want is to go back. By Neda Toloui-Semnani

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power Over 200 Protesters Have Been Killed in Iran Despite a brutal government response, women and girls continue to take to the streets in defiance of government orders. By Danya Issawi and Bindu Bansinath

first person By Neda Toloui-Semnani We Left Iran in 1982. I Should Be There Now. Watching the protests, 40 years after my family fled, all I want is to go back.

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art and soul The Art of Motherhood In paintings, illustrations, and ceramics, artist Madeline Donahue captures the ecstasy and agony of being a mom. By Amil Niazi

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