Google 1970s Iran vs now. It’s an interesting contrast of how quickly societies can change; and some would argue, not towards the future but backwards.

    • solsangraal@lemmy.zipEnglish
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      2 months ago

      america also helped the taliban come to power. twice. but they don’t like to talk about that

      • WanderingVentra@lemm.eeEnglish
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        2 months ago

        Yup, they didnt work with the Shah because he was secular. The US doesn’t care if your religious or not, as long as you oppose communism and related policies (including national control of your own resources instead of letting foreign companies own them).