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The Iranian people are known for adhering to their undertakings. We have been tested by history. We're an old civilization. We've been tested by history. We haven't aggressed upon any country for 250 years. This is a history that I'm proud of.

At face value, the U.S. Congress, there is a - they have a long way to go before they fully appreciate and understand Iranian people.

The Iranian people, if you look at their demographics and their level of education, could be a strong source for stability in the Middle East. The problem is they're run by an apocalyptic cult of ayatollahs.

Because Iranians have had to fight so long and painfully for political freedom, they have a deep appreciation for its value - perhaps deeper than many in the West who take their electoral rights for granted.

For hundreds of years Iranians have been migrating to many parts of the world. They took Islamic culture to other parts of the world and established it there.

Being political is an integral part of being Iranian. Our lives are defined by politics.

It's the governments that create the problems. People are fun; people get along. People in Iran really love Americans. There is no problem between us.

Our dear country, Iran, throughout history has been subject to threats.

The Iranian government is undoubtedly a severe danger to its own population, but not beyond that.

I think first of all that Iran is a problem for the whole world.