There have been several comments from Obama on the election and allowing people to have a dissenting opinion and refraining from violence. Yes, I am sure there are people over there who would like to see the US and Europe involved in some capacity. Conversely, notice how the current regime is blaming the protests on US meddling? That is just an excuse that they'll use to authorize a crack down. Right now they look foolish by claiming the US is meddling as there is no evidence. Best not to give them any real evidence.

It’s not a simple, cut and dry issue. I certainly agree that the opposition party MIGHT be a little easier to deal with than their current administration. However, there is no guarantee. Remember, it's the ISLAMIC REPUBLIC of Iran. That part will not be changing. The only potential change is that the opposition may not hate us as much as the hardliners who are currently in power. If we stay on the side lines, once the dust settles there MIGHT be a chance for diplomacy. If we stick our necks in there right now, we run the risk of reliving history with the Shah (that’s part of the root of the current problems).

Andrew