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The Metta Center for Nonviolence Education, of which I am the founder, released the following statement today:

An Open Letter to Sisters and Brothers in Iran

Dear Friends,

We are a group of professors and students who work with nonviolent movements (see our site at www.mettacenter.org) and we would like to extend to you our solidarity and encouragement for your struggle.  Based on our experience, we would share the following thoughts with you at this critical juncture:

Your cause is just.  Despite the blackout, people all over the world are following your struggle and our hearts are with you.  To have a just cause and courage are the two main requirements for a nonviolent movement, and you have both.