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Congressman Hunter Makes Controversial Remarks about Iran and Middle Eastern People
December 5, 2013, Washington, D.C. – Appearing on C-SPAN’s Washington Journal yesterday, Congressman Duncan Hunter (R-CA) suggested the United States should use tactical nuclear weapons against Iran and made what may be viewed by
Iranian Americans Receive Oklahoma City Humanitarian Awards
Jalal Farzaneh Mohammad Farzaneh December 3, 2013, Washington, D.C. – The Public Affairs Alliance of Iranian Americans (PAAIA) congratulates Jalal and Mohammad Farzaneh on being selected as recipients of the Oklahoma City
Iranian Americans Contribute to Richness of American Life
Hamid Moghadam Mori Hosseini November 26, 2013, Washington, D.C. – The Public Affairs Alliance of Iranian Americans (PAAIA) congratulates Hamid Moghadam on being named the overall winner of the 2013 National Ernst and Young
PAAIA Releases Second Educational Video on Iran Sanctions
November 25, 2013, Washington, D.C. – The Public Affairs Alliance of Iranian Americans (PAAIA) today released the second video in its educational series on the sanctions against Iran and what Iranian Americans need to know
PAAIA Applauds and Releases Information on Interim Deal with Iran
November 23, 2013, Washington, D.C. – Following intensive negotiations between members of P5+1 and representatives of the Islamic Republic of Iran (IRI) in Geneva, an interim deal on Iran’s nuclear program has been reached. This
Houston’s Iranian Americans Give Back for Thanksgiving
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, the following Iranian American organizations are joining hands to offer two opportunities to give back to Houstonians in need. Our community is grateful to have a home away from
Iranian American Organizations Ask Senators Not to Undermine Iran Negotiations with New Sanctions
November 19, 2013, Washington, D.C. – A coalition of Iranian American organizations yesterday sent a letter to key U.S. Senators to express concern regarding the imposition of new sanctions against Iran at this time. The letter was signed
Should the U.S. Senate Place Sanctions Legislation on Hold?
November 12, 2013, Washington, D.C. – As the negotiations between Iran and the P5+1 (U.S., U.K., France, Russia, China, and Germany) continue, the U.S. Senate is deliberating on numerous legislative actions that would expand and
U.S. Security Experts Applaud Obama’s Diplomatic Efforts
November 7, 2013, Washington, D.C. – A bipartisan group of 79 former military and diplomatic leaders, intelligence officials, policymakers, and senior security experts sent a letter to the White House today, praising President Obama’s diplomatic efforts
PAAIA Creates Educational Video Series on Iran Sanctions
November 6, 2013, Washington, D.C. – The Public Affairs Alliance of Iranian Americans (PAAIA), in conjunction with Erich Ferrari, of Ferrari & Associates, P.C., is pleased to offer an educational video series on the sanctions
Darius Shahinfar Cruises to Victory to Become Albany Treasurer
November 6, 2013, Albany, NY – The Public Affairs Alliance of Iranian Americans (PAAIA) congratulates Darius Shahinfar on his victory in the election for City Treasurer of Albany. The election marks the second time an
Legislation Authorizing the Use of Military Force Against Iran Gains Traction
October 30, 2013, Washington, D.C. – Representative Trent Franks (R-AZ/8th) introduced legislation on October 15th that, amongst other things, would authorize the president of the United States to use military force against Iran. This week,
Iranian American Women Leave New York City Inspired
October 30, 2013, New York, NY – On Sunday, October 27, 2013, PAAIA proudly partnered with the Iranian American Women’s Foundation (IAWF) to celebrate the accomplishments of Iranian American women. Around 600 Iranian American women
Congressional Round Up
Congress is considering a number of legislative initiatives that may be of interest to the Iranian American community. The PAAIA Public Policy Center is pleased to provide a round-up on the status of the
PAAIA Members Host Campaign Events to Kickoff 2014 Election Activities
October 30, 2013, Washington, D.C. – With the 2014 midterm elections fast approaching, Iranian Americans are once again demonstrating their growing voice in the American electoral arena. From the east coast to the west coast,