Tuesday, September 27, 2005

What We Must Learn From Iran

[9/29/06] Suspecting the American media aren't portraying an accurate picture of life inside Iran, a retired Honolulu journalist set out to get a first-hand look at life in the so-called "Axis of Evil" nation.

[9/27/05] Born around 590 B.C.E, Cyrus forged an empire from India to Greece. While earlier leaders banned their enemies’ religions, Cyrus respected the religions of other people. He bowed down to his subjects’ gods and rebuilt their temples. He issued what is called the first declaration of human rights. “I respect the traditions, customs and religions of the nations of my empire,” he declared, “and never let any of my governors and subordinates look down on or insult them.” His empire lasted 200 years.

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