Bear in mind that ex-VP and chief reformist Mohammad Ali Abtahi did not resign alone. Over a third of the Iranian Parliament resigned, as well:
One-third of Iran's parliament resigns over candidate ban
M. Ali Abtahi's resignation will no doubt add significant pressure for President Mohammad Khatami to petition his resignation also. Keep in mind that
politics is 'politics', no matter the region it is played or utilized in. As such, this may simply all be a political gambit to garner votes for the
upcoming elections.
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Mohammad Ali Abtahi turned in his resignation today, claiming he could not with with the current parliament. He insists they are too
conservative-dominated. President Mohammad Khatami, has instated Majid Ansari as Iran's new Vice President
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IRAN Vice President Mohammad Ali Abtahi resigned today, saying he could not work with the conservative-dominated parliament.
A close ally of reformist President Mohammad Khatami, Abtahi first tendered his resignation in February, but it was not accepted.
Mr Khatami has appointed Majid Ansari as the new vice president for legal and parliamentary affairs, Abtahi told The Associated Press.
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It is reported that Mr Abtahi had many enemies in the parliament. Mr. Abtahi states he cannot carry out his duties and responsibilites. He also states that he will remain committed to President Khatami's programs including reform.
Mr. Abtahi is known for his views in democratic reform advocacy. He was blamed for trying to bring about the Islamic establishment collapse.
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IRAN Vice President Mohammad Ali Abtahi resigned today, saying he could not work with the conservative-dominated parliament.
A close ally of reformist President Mohammad Khatami, Abtahi first tendered his resignation in February, but it was not accepted.
Mr Khatami has appointed Majid Ansari as the new vice president for legal and parliamentary affairs, Abtahi told The Associated Press.
Please visit the link provided for the complete story.
It is reported that Mr Abtahi had many enemies in the parliament. Mr. Abtahi states he cannot carry out his duties and responsibilites. He also states that he will remain committed to President Khatami's programs including reform.
Mr. Abtahi is known for his views in democratic reform advocacy. He was blamed for trying to bring about the Islamic establishment collapse.
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