Young Iranians expressing themselves to Government!

Description:     
     During June of 2009, Iranians made their way to the streets to express to the government on how they felt about the upcoming presidential election. Young Iranians are heading out to protest their beliefs that the election is fraudulent, nonetheless not meeting their needs as citizens plus an economic downfall exhuming hatred against the president and future presidents (Moaveni 1). The government on the other hand wanted to put their point across to the citizens in the street that they had had enough, killing some and injuring others. Young Iranians wanted to make their voices heard, putting into play a wave of "resistance music", proving that they were not going to just back down. Leaders of Iran are trying to put an end to this nonsense, ultimately trying to block websites used to download music and social networking sites that give way to helping coordinate protests and exposing the truth. Music is still trying to make its way by any means to individuals throughout Iran. A popular protest singer named Shahin Najafi, touches the young souls who live in Iran with his words and verses. The government has reached its breaking point, banning Najafi, warning him to never come back. On the other hand,  if he does he will certainly have to pay the price! (Moaveni 1)

Evaluation:
    This journal article was a very useful source, due to the fact that it not only explains how the people of Iran are trying to keep music alive, but also how the government plays a large part in not allowing their citizens to express themselves. It provides the reader to put themselves in the shoes of the citizens living in Iran. Unlike Iranians, Americans express themselves through music by always having their iPods, mp3 players or the radio basically helping them get through each day. Music proves to be a focal point in this article by allowing the reader to interpret how precious music is in the eyes of an Iranian. All they want is the same freedom as the people around the world. Some may argue and  believe that the people of Iran should not be protesting in the streets and causing riots.The strongest point in this article is showing the reader what will happen if things get out of hand, just how Shahin Najafi will be rewarded with beatings if he decides to return. The reader would of never expected that to happen just for the sake of music. How do you blame these people for wanting to have some artistic freedom by means of music?

Citation:
Anonymous. (2010). Iran's songs of protest. New York Times Upfront, 143(1), 5.
Anonymous. "Iran's Songs of Protest." New York Times Upfront 143.1 (2010): 5. Print.
Moaveni, Azadah. Why now?. The Guardian, 2009. Web. 11 Oct. 2011.

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