The Marxist-Islamist Betrayal: Why Ali Javanmardi and The Mujahedin Khalq Can Never Represent Iran
By Bobby Darvish, Iranian-American Ex-Muslim, Former Vegan, Former Democrat, Former Socialist, Former CAIR-Columbus Executive Director, Former Muslim Forum of Utah President, Christian Conservative LDS
The battle for Iran’s future has always been a story of betrayal, opportunism, and courage. As an Iranian-American ex-Muslim, and now a Christian conservative, I have seen firsthand how ideological corruption and tyranny have destroyed the soul of a nation. One such betrayal came from the Marxist-Islamist Mujahedin Khalq (MEK), an organization that, along with Hezb Tudeh, actively assisted Ayatollah Khomeini in bringing the Islamic Republic to power in 1979. Figures like Ali Javanmardi, whose affiliations and support for such groups have become apparent, represent the dangerous alliance of Marxist and Islamist ideologies that continues to threaten Iran's path to true freedom and democracy.
The Betrayal of 1979: MEK, Hezb Tudeh, and Khomeini's Rise
In 1979, Iran was at a crossroads. The Shah, a nationalist and modernizer, was working to build a nation grounded in progress and independence. However, a coalition of Marxists and Islamists, united by their hatred for the monarchy, plotted his downfall. The Mujahedin Khalq, a Marxist-Islamist organization, and Hezb Tudeh, a staunchly Marxist party, joined forces with Khomeini under the banner of "revolution."
This unholy alliance of leftist ideology and Islamist fervor succeeded in toppling the Shah, but it did not take long for Khomeini to consolidate power and turn against his former allies. The MEK and Hezb Tudeh became victims of the regime they helped create, but their betrayal of Iran and its nationalist ideals remains unforgivable. They betrayed the Shah, who was working to preserve Iran's sovereignty, and they betrayed the Iranian people, who have suffered under Islamist tyranny ever since.
Ali Javanmardi: A Marxist Sympathizer in Disguise
Ali Javanmardi’s associations and ideological leanings reveal a troubling allegiance to the same Marxist-Islamist philosophies that the MEK embodies. By aligning with the MEK and perpetuating their narrative, Javanmardi undermines the legitimate aspirations of Iranians who seek freedom from both Islamist theocracy and Marxist tyranny.
It is essential to recognize that the MEK, despite branding itself as an opposition group, does not represent the Iranian people. Their vision for Iran includes Marxist-style authoritarianism wrapped in Islamist rhetoric, complete with hijabi tyranny. They have no intention of honoring Iran's rich cultural heritage or the values of freedom, democracy, and individual rights.
The Importance of the Imperial Iranian Flag
One of the most significant symbols of Iran's true identity is the Imperial Iranian flag, complete with the lion and sun beneath the crown. This flag represents Iran's pre-Islamic heritage, its national pride, and its commitment to sovereignty.
The MEK’s attempt to co-opt the lion and sun symbol, while deliberately omitting the crown, is a calculated move. They seek to differentiate themselves from the Islamic Republic while still promoting their own version of Marxist-Islamist tyranny. This is why we must reject any symbol other than the complete Imperial Iranian flag. The crown represents the monarchy, national sovereignty, and the legitimacy of Iran's historical path, free from the stains of both Islamist and Marxist ideologies.
The Path Forward for Iran
Iran’s future must be free of the forces that brought it to ruin in 1979. Both the Islamic Republic and groups like the MEK represent ideologies that are incompatible with freedom, democracy, and Iranian cultural heritage. As an Iranian-American who has walked away from the lies of socialism, Marxism, and Islamism, I stand firmly with those who advocate for a return to Iran’s roots—a proud nation built on its pre-Islamic legacy and its nationalist, monarchist identity.
The Iranian people deserve a government that honors their history and safeguards their freedom. We must reject all remnants of the Marxist-Islamist alliance, from the Islamic Republic to the MEK. And we must rally behind the Imperial Iranian flag, the only symbol that truly represents Iran's dignity and its rightful place in the world.
Citations
- Abrahamian, Ervand. The Iranian Mojahedin. Yale University Press, 1989.
- Milani, Abbas. The Shah. Palgrave Macmillan, 2011.
- Ganji, Akbar. "The MEK and the History of Treachery in Iran." Foreign Affairs, 2019.
- Iranian Flag History and Symbolism. World History Archive.
- Javanmardi, Ali. “Interviews and Affiliations with MEK Leadership.” Archived Reports, 2023.
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