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In Iran, From Heroes to State Enemies

CAIRO -- Mohsen Mirdamadi had been applauded as a hero by Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini for helping to lead the takeover of the United States Embassy in Iran 30 years ago Wednesday. Today, he is in prison, accused as an enemy of the state. Mr. Full Article at Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

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