Adopt formal statement supporting women's rights in Iran
In Plain English
The city council is considering a formal statement condemning the murder of protester Mahsa Amini by Iranian security forces. The statement supports the release of imprisoned women's rights defenders and calls for an end to human rights abuses in Iran. Richmond has an Iranian community that adds to the city's cultural diversity.
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Public Comments
3 public comments — 3 spoken
- Soheila BanaBy phonecouncilmember
- Reza YazdiBy phone
- Mark WassbergBy phone
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