Event

Join Dr. Hussein Banai and Dr. Mahyar Entezari for an engaging discussion of Hidden Liberalism in Modern Iran, a groundbreaking work that sheds new light on Iran’s political evolution in the 19th and 20th centuries. Banai’s innovative concept of "hidden liberalism" challenges traditional views by exploring how liberal thought has persisted in Iran despite its complicated relationship with Western imperialism and local political realities. The conversation will delve into key themes from the book, including the burden of liberalism in postcolonial settings and how Iran’s intellectual culture has grappled with liberalism’s perceived foreignness. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the deeper, often overlooked currents of liberal thought shaping Iran’s political landscape.