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POWERFUL: Iranian Americans Rally for FREEDOM While Socialist Groups Support Oppression

Gary FranchiJanuary 12, 2026245 views
POWERFUL: Iranian Americans Rally for FREEDOM While Socialist Groups Support Oppression
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The stark contrast between freedom-loving Americans and socialist sympathizers played out in real time on the streets of San Antonio, where over 100 Iranian Americans gathered at City Hall to demand liberty for their homeland while radical leftists nearby openly supported foreign strongmen.

The powerful demonstration came just hours after President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to Iran's brutal regime against cracking down on pro-democracy demonstrators. Iranian Americans responded by proudly waving the Lion and Sun flag—the symbol of free Iran—and calling for meaningful reform in their oppressed homeland.

But here's what should outrage every patriotic American: while these brave Iranian Americans fought for basic human rights, a socialist group gathered nearby to protest ICE and voice support for the very type of authoritarian regimes crushing freedom worldwide.

This is the America First difference, patriots. Under Trump's leadership, we stand with those fighting for liberty against tyranny. The previous administration's weakness emboldened dictators from Tehran to Beijing. Now we have a president who speaks truth to power and backs up our allies seeking freedom.

"The Iranian people deserve the same freedoms we cherish here in America—life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness," one rally organizer declared to the crowd.

Meanwhile, the socialist protesters' support for foreign strongmen exposes the radical left's true colors. These aren't just policy disagreements—this is about fundamental American values versus those who would see our enemies strengthened and our allies abandoned.

The timing couldn't be more perfect. As Trump rebuilds American strength on the world stage, freedom-loving people everywhere are finding their voice again. From Tehran to Hong Kong, oppressed peoples know they have a friend in the White House who won't bow to dictators or apologize for American leadership.

This is what winning looks like, folks. When America leads with strength, the forces of freedom rally worldwide. When we elect weakness and appeasement, tyrants flourish and liberty suffers.

Will the mainstream media cover this inspiring display of support for freedom? Don't hold your breath—it doesn't fit their anti-Trump narrative.

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Gary Franchi

Award-winning journalist covering breaking news, politics & culture for Next News Network.

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RedStateRealistVerifiedJan 13, 2026
God bless these patriots! 🇺🇸
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LibertarianDadVerifiedJan 13, 2026
Why aren't we seeing more coverage of this in mainstream media? Oh wait, I know why - doesn't fit their narrative.
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MediaSkepticVerifiedJan 13, 2026
The bias is so obvious it's not even funny anymore.
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PatriotMom2024VerifiedJan 13, 2026
So proud of these brave Iranian Americans standing up for what's right! It's shameful how socialist groups here turn a blind eye to real oppression while complaining about imaginary problems in America.
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FreedomFighter88VerifiedJan 13, 2026
Exactly! They have no idea what real oppression looks like.
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ConstitutionDefenderVerifiedJan 14, 2026
Can someone explain why American socialist groups would support an oppressive theocracy? Seems completely backwards to me.
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AmericaFirst2023VerifiedJan 14, 2026
This is what actual courage looks like! These Iranian Americans know the value of freedom because they've seen what happens when you lose it.
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TexasConservativeVerifiedJan 14, 2026
My neighbor is Iranian American and she's told me horror stories about what her family went through under the regime. These protesters deserve our full support.