“Let me be clear: the upcoming Majles elections in Iran is nothing but a sham, and the Iranian people – whether they are compelled by a variety of reasons to take part, or whether they are able to withstand enormous pressure and boycott the elections – know full well that, no matter who gets into the next Majles, they are unlikely to truly represent their will, desire and vision for Iran. Consequently, the next Majles will continue to remain a mere pawn in the hands of the “Supreme Leader” and his cohorts.”

— Reza Pahlavi

"Iran and the Future of the Middle East" http://www.rezapahlavi.org/details_article.php?article=250&page=4, Georgetown University, Jan. 30, 2008.
Speeches, 2008-2009

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Last crown prince of the former Imperial State of Iran 1960

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