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" As far as the 2009 elections go, there has been a serious crackdown on human rights in Iran, a clampdown on the media and the wrongful imprisonment of journalists. So it seems what's happening is the government is going after people who have a voice, people who change society or public opinion. "

Nazanin Boniadi

People

Government

Change

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Actress

" In 2013, I started playing Fara Sherazi on 'Homeland.' I love playing her, not just because she's a strong woman, but because for the first time, a Muslim woman is being portrayed on television as a regular person, rather than a cliche or collection of stereotypes. "

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" When you or your loved ones escape repression, you often find yourself committed to ensuring that freedom prevails. "

" First of all, I'm Middle Eastern; I'm Iranian, so to be playing a leading role in a big Hollywood movie, I think, is possibly one of the first times. "

" Artists often become vocal advocates of freedom of expression because we depend on it so heavily in our work. But it is an inalienable right that belongs to everyone on an equal basis. "

" Clothes are a big part of a free society, I think, and what you wear is so indicative of the political climate you're living in. "

" Although each human rights victory energizes us to continue our work, there remains a deep sorrow for those prisoners still wrongfully languishing in jail. "

" My human rights activism has been widely met with encouragement and support. Ahangarani should earn plaudits, not only for her cinematic achievements, but also for her humanitarian deeds and her commitment to increased rights and freedoms for all. "

" Medicine, anything academic, is a very Persian Iranian route to take in life, in one's career. "

" It's tougher for women than men in Hollywood, period, if you ask me. As with most professions, women have generally not found equality with men when it comes to income and influence. There aren't as many female directors, producers, and writers, which translates to fewer complex roles for women. "

" I was always fascinated with science, and being Persian, it's instilled in us at a young age to follow something very academic in our career. "

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Young

" When you're devoted to a greater freedom in the world, you're willing to compromise something you love. "

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" Old-school Dire Straits songs are on heavy rotation: 'So Far Away,' 'Romeo and Juliet' and of course 'Sultans of Swing.' "

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" It's bizarre to be given an award for being empathetic and kind, which is what we all should be. "

" It's nice to see different dimensions of a character. A love interest and family life are always, I think, important in creating layers and textures. "

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" Jason Rezaian, held for 544 days in Iran, was not a spy but rather a 'Washington Post' journalist whose work aimed to increase cultural understanding between Iran and the world. "

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" Dance connects us to the musicality of life and to one another. No one should be denied such basic pleasures. "

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Life

Basic

" In real life, too, women love to be that girl who tames the bad boy. "