Five Questions for PAAIA's Executive Director
Interview with the Congressional Quarterly
Sunday June 1, 2008
By Shawn Zeller, CQ Staff
Hoghooghi is the first director of the alliance, which was started in April in an effort to enhance the political power of Iranian-Americans, improve their image and protect them from discrimination...
"Our group's mission is community building, image building and influence building. First and foremost, we want to bring our community together."
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Iranian students at Stanford face hurdles
May 28, 2008
The hurdles and obstacles faced by many Iranian students since 9/11 have created an environment that makes it difficult for them to continue with their studies and research. Many professors and officials acknowledge the importance of national security but also advocate a policy that focuses on talent and potential rather than nationality...
"Science promotes understanding and ultimately, peace."
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Gallup Poll Finds 59% of Americans Support Talking With Iran
June 2, 2008
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Judge Gives Terror Victims a Victory over Iran
May 27, 2008
A federal judge in Chicago gives terror victims seeking to seize Iranian artifacts from the University of Chicago and the Field Museum a victory over Iran.
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What you can do?
Become a Member
As a grassroots organization, we count on you to play an essential and indispensible role in determining the organization's direction. At its very core, PAAIA belongs to the Iranian American community.
Volunteer
We are always looking for committed local members who serve as PAAIA's representatives.
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Let us know what you think about PAAIA and what issues you want PAAIA to focus on. We seek to represent your views as they pertain to matters of domestic interest or concern for Iranian Americans.