Iran Surprises Itself and the World : A New President May Take His Country in a New Direction

Maloney analyzes President Hassan Rouhani's ability to direct a new course for Iran's troubled political situation and embrace the moderation that will ultimately herald the twilight of the revolution. THE BROOKINGS ESSAY: In the spirit of its commitment to high-quality, independent research, the Brookings Institution has commissioned works on major topics of public policy by distinguished authors, including Brookings scholars. The Brookings Essay is a multi-platform product aimed to engage readers in open dialogue and debate. The views expressed, however, are solely those of the author. Available in ebook only. [Publisher's Text]