Mass Protests, Morality Police, and Iranian Bravery | King Raam 162

The video is about the protests in Iran and the killing of a 22-year-old girl named Masa Amini due to her hair being outside of her hijab. The speaker, King Raam, discusses the situation in Iran and the impact of the protests on the Islamic Republic. The speaker also talks about the importance of understanding the situation and the misconceptions surrounding Islam and the hijab.

This video by Mikhaila Peterson was published on Sep 27, 2022.
Video length: 45:29.

In this video, Mikhaila Peterson discusses the recent protests in Iran and the killing of a 22-year-old girl named Masa Amini, who was killed by the morality police for having her hair outside of her hijab.

Peterson talks about the oppressive nature of the hijab in Iran and how it has been broken by the protests. She also discusses the importance of understanding what is happening in Iran and how it affects the world.

Peterson invites King Raam to discuss the protests and what people can do to help.

• The speaker is King Raam, a musician and podcaster who is currently in Manchester working on a theater project.
• The protests in Iran are a response to the killing of Masa Amini, a 22-year-old girl who was killed because her hair was outside of her hijab.
• The hijab is a symbol of oppression in Iran, and it has been completely broken by the killing of Masa Amini.
• The speaker talks about the misconceptions surrounding Islam and the hijab, and how it can be oppressive in a society where if your hair is outside of it, you can be taken by the morality police and killed.
• The killing of Masa Amini has led to a culmination of many years of frustration and oppression in Iran.
• After the 1979 Revolution, the new government promised that they wouldn't enforce hijab, but slowly it crept into their laws.
• With the enforcement of hijab came even more severe and archaic laws against women.
• Women in Iran have zero rights and are completely oppressed in many ways.
• The sect of Islam that is followed in Iran is Shia, which has its own set of laws and customs.

Mass Protests, Morality Police, and Iranian Bravery | King Raam 162 - YouTube

Introduction

• The speaker is King Raam, who discusses the protests in Iran and the killing of a 22-year-old girl named Masa Amini due to her hair being outside of her hijab.
• The speaker talks about the importance of understanding the situation and the misconceptions surrounding Islam and the hijab.

Background

• The speaker is a musician and podcaster who is currently in Manchester working on a theater project.
• The speaker is known as the Iranian Joe Rogan in the podcasting world.

Protests in Iran

• The protests in Iran are a response to the killing of Masa Amini, a 22-year-old girl who was killed because her hair was outside of her hijab.
• The protests are a much bigger movement that is only the beginning, in the speaker's opinion.

Mass Protests, Morality Police, and Iranian Bravery | King Raam 162 - YouTube

Misconceptions Surrounding Islam and the Hijab

• The hijab is a symbol of oppression in Iran, and it has been completely broken by the killing of Masa Amini.
• The speaker talks about the misconceptions surrounding Islam and the hijab, and how it can be oppressive in a society where if your hair is outside of it, you can be taken by the morality police and killed.

The Tragic Death of Masa Amini

• The video is about the protests in Iran and the killing of a 22-year-old girl named Masa Amini due to her hair being outside of her hijab.
• The speaker, King Raam, discusses the situation in Iran and the impact of the protests on the Islamic Republic.
• The killing of Masa Amini has struck a deep nerve with the entire society of people in Iran and people are outraged by her death.
• Masa Amini was a normal person who didn't have any political affiliations or political activities.
• The death of Masa Amini has led to a culmination of many years of frustration and oppression in Iran.

The History of Hijab in Iran

• After the 1979 Revolution, the new government promised that they wouldn't enforce hijab, but slowly it crept into their laws.
• With the enforcement of hijab came even more severe and archaic laws against women.
• Women in Iran have zero rights and are completely oppressed in many ways.
• The sect of Islam that is followed in Iran is Shia, which has its own set of laws and customs.
• The 2009 green movement was a peaceful protest where people demanded their vote was counted, but it was met with violence and oppression.

The Impact of Masa Amini's Death

• Masa Amini's death has led to a culmination of different movements and protests that are happening in Iran.
• People in Iran are realizing that if they do not stand against oppressors now, they will live under evil forever.
• The death of Masa Amini has sparked a conversation about the oppression of women in Iran and the need for change.
• The government in Iran is a theocracy, where the law is directly connected to Divine Law and the highest religious authority has the ability to interpret the law as they see fit.
• The killing of Masa Amini has led to a greater awareness of the need for human rights and freedom of choice for women in Iran.

The Constitution and the Laws of the Land

• The Constitution and the laws of the land are intertwined with religion in some countries.
• In Saudi Arabia and UAE, it's more of a monarchy where power is inherited and passed down.
• The heir to the throne and their family decides to enforce Islamic law, which is not directly connected to the rule.
• In Iran, the supreme leader is not in a stable condition and has cancer, which is one of the reasons for the protests.
• The protests are sparked by the younger generation who are fearless and have grown up with the internet.

The Fearless Younger Generation

• The younger generation in Iran is absolutely fearless and has grown up with the internet.
• They are not afraid of the man or his shadow forces.
• The letters and messages received from these kids show their bravery.
• The constant Orwellian surveillance happening at all times in their lives has made them fearless.
• The government and their security forces inspire so much terror that people learn to live with fear.

The Double Life

• The government and their security forces inspire so much terror that people learn to live with fear.
• People learn to live a double life of sorts.
• The government and their security forces beat people for listening to music or being smart asses.
• People learn to be completely unafraid of losing it all for what they believe in.
• The least that we can do is to be their voice and share their message with the world.

The Hijab and the Islamic Republic

• Hijab is one of the main pillars of the Islamic Republic.
• It has been completely broken, which is a huge blow to the Islamic Republic.
• The internet was cut off in Iran, making it harder for people to communicate and organize.
• The security forces are trying everything they can to circumvent mobilization and control the masses.
• Some security forces are sadistic, crazy fundamentalist type people, while others are just normal people being paid minimum wage to beat their fellow citizens.

The Protests in Iran

• The protests in Iran are a response to the killing of a 22-year-old girl named Masa Amini due to her hair being outside of her hijab.
• The protests are a call for freedom and an end to the oppressive regime in Iran.
• The protests have been met with aggression and repression from the regime, with many women being arrested and threatened.
• The protests have inspired a new generation of women to take off their scarves and stand up for their rights.
• The protests have brought people to the realization that what they want and their demands are much bigger than just getting rid of mandatory hijab.

The Importance of Understanding the Situation

• The protests in Iran are a complex issue that cannot be fully understood without understanding the history and culture of the country.
• The protests are a response to the oppressive regime in Iran and the lack of freedom and information in the country.
• The protests are a call for change and an end to the oppressive regime in Iran.
• The protests are a reminder of the importance of standing up for human rights and freedom, even in the face of oppression.
• The protests are a reminder of the power of the people to bring about change and a better future.

The Misconceptions Surrounding Islam and the Hijab

• The protests in Iran are not a reflection of all Muslims or the Islamic faith as a whole.
• The hijab is a symbol of oppression in Iran and is not a choice for many women in the country.
• The protests are a call for the right to choose how one dresses, regardless of cultural or religious beliefs.
• The protests are a reminder that the hijab is not a requirement for all Muslim women and that it is not a symbol of modesty or piety.
• The protests are a reminder that the hijab is not a symbol of Islam as a whole and that it is not a requirement for all Muslim women.

The Logistics of the Protests

• The protests in Iran are a complex issue that requires a coordinated effort from various groups and individuals.
• The protests require a large number of people to participate and to spread information about the protests.
• The protests require a large number of terminals to be set up in order to provide free access to information for the people.
• The protests require a large amount of resources and support from various groups and individuals.
• The protests require a large amount of courage and determination from the people to stand up to the oppressive regime.

The Protests in Iran

• The protests in Iran are a response to the killing of a 22-year-old girl named Masa Amini due to her hair being outside of her hijab.
• The speaker, King Raam, discusses the situation in Iran and the impact of the protests on the Islamic Republic.
• The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding the situation and the misconceptions surrounding Islam and the hijab.
• The speaker criticizes the West for allowing Iran's president, who is also known as the hangman, to walk into the U.N talking about women's rights.
• The speaker compares the situation in Iran to the appeasement of Hitler and the consequences of ignoring the actions of a leader who is committing human rights abuses.

Iranian People

• Iranian people are educated and literate, and are passionate about their culture and history.
• The violent minority of religious people in Iran who oppose the idea of freedom for women are willing to kill at any cost for this simple act of a woman showing her hair.
• Many religious people in Iran do not believe in the violence and are willing to let women choose whether to wear a hijab or not.
• The speaker emphasizes that the violent minority of religious people in Iran who oppose the idea of freedom for women are a minority and do not represent the entire country.
• The speaker criticizes the West for not realizing the negative consequences of allowing Iran to become a free society and creating more stability in the Middle East.

Politicians and Journalists

• Politicians and journalists in the West have gone along with Iran's president, who is also known as the hangman, and said it's okay even after what's happened.
• The speaker believes that the chaos of international politics and the diplomacy between nation states are contributing to the issue.
• The speaker also believes that the socio-cultural issue of the new woke movement is contributing to the issue.
• The speaker believes that people in the West are misinterpreting another culture and using hijab as a symbol of power.
• The speaker believes that people in Iran see hijab as a symbol of oppression because women do not have the ability to choose.

Hijab and Empowerment

• The speaker believes that people in the West are trying to create the idea of wearing hijab as a symbol of empowerment in a cool and hip fashion way.
• The speaker believes that people in the West do not have a real comprehension of what it's like to live under the immediate threat and fear of their life being in danger if they are a couple strands of hair outside of their hijab.
• The speaker believes that people in the West are normalizing the idea of wearing hijab and not realizing the negative consequences of this.
• The speaker believes that people in the West are not understanding the misconceptions surrounding Islam and the hijab.
• The speaker believes that people in the West are not realizing the negative consequences of allowing Iran to become a free society and creating more stability in the Middle East.

The Real Consequences of Violating Hijab Laws

• The speaker discusses the recent protests in Iran and the killing of a 22-year-old girl named Masa Amini due to her hair being outside of her hijab.
• The speaker emphasizes that this is a real consequence of people who are normal and wearing hijab being arrested and punished for violating hijab laws.
• The speaker notes that women in Iran are becoming more braver and are not as concerned about being arrested for violating hijab laws.
• The speaker mentions that the judge from the death committee, who is now enforcing Islamic laws, was once a reformist but is now enforcing strict laws in an autocratic regime.
• The speaker calls for tougher laws specifically like the Magnitsky Act to target those who are on higher levels of the government and hurt them in their pockets and put them on no-fly zones and not allow them to communicate with the West.

The Problem with Autocratic Systems

• The speaker notes that autocratic systems do not bow down to their people's desires and will only enforce what they feel is best for their vision of society.
• The speaker mentions that this is a problem in countries like Iran, Russia, and other places where there are autocratic leaders.
• The speaker calls for people to become more aware of this problem and to inflict tougher laws specifically like the Magnitsky Act to target those who are on higher levels of the government and hurt them in their pockets and put them on no-fly zones and not allow them to communicate with the West.
• The speaker mentions that these kids, rich kids of these mullahs, already have billions of dollars and are now living in the West.
• The speaker notes that this is a hypocrisy that these mullahs have and they when it comes to their own families they do whatever they want but when it comes to the people they enforce these extremely violent laws.

The Voice of the People

• The speaker calls for people to raise awareness and be on their show to have other celebrity friends to talk about this and share about this is our George Floyd moment.
• The speaker notes that the world needs to be the voice of the people, especially the voice of women and young girls who are fighting in the streets and burning their hijab and scarves in front of the police.
• The speaker mentions that people have to realize the amount of courage and bravery it takes for these girls to go and burn their hijab and scarves in front of the police in their faces.
• The speaker notes that everyone around the world has to speak up and be beside them in the streets.
• The speaker mentions that this is a concern for everyone around the world and it's crazy because the speaker saw today one of their friends who wrote sex at dawn who was killed in Iran.

The Importance of Understanding the Situation in Iran

• The speaker, King Raam, discusses the protests in Iran and the killing of a 22-year-old girl named Masa Amini due to her hair being outside of her hijab.
• The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding the situation in Iran and the impact of the protests on the Islamic Republic.
• The speaker talks about the misconceptions surrounding Islam and the hijab, and how the woman's body has become a battleground.
• The speaker encourages everyone to reach out to celebrities, famous people, actors, podcasters, and influencers to keep speaking out about the situation.
• The speaker emphasizes that the government is watching these things and that even small actions can have an effect.

The Hashtag Effect

• The speaker mentions that hashtags are pointless and stupid, but the Masa Amini hashtag has broken records and is in the top five of ever.
• The speaker explains that these things do have an effect and the government does watch them, even if they are violent.
• The speaker emphasizes that the government is afraid and does not know how to handle the situation.
• The speaker encourages people to keep being the voice of the young brave men and women who are dying in the streets for a better future.
• The speaker mentions that some of the things said may be insensitive to some, but it is important that people hear the truth and the demands of the people.

Suggestions for Learning More About the Situation

• The speaker shares some stuff on their Instagram account, which is a great source of information.
• The speaker mentions other channels and political pundits that people can follow for more information.
• The speaker advises people to read news from all sides and not just stick to one source.
• The speaker emphasizes the importance of trying to find trusted sources that are not spreading disinformation and false news.
• The speaker encourages people to keep trying to find reliable sources of information, even if it is difficult.

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