Around the Nation: March 4, 2008

The Folly of Attacking Iran (Forum)
- Concord, NH.
- 7:00pm
Join award-winning journalist and author of All the Shah's Men Stephen Kinzer as he discusses the current troubled relationship between the United States and Iran. Mr. Kinzer will examine recent and historic events and analyze how they inform the situation we face today. The discussion will also address potential for reconciliation and cooperation between the two countries. Free. At Concord High School at 170 Warren Street in the auditorium.
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