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In 1975, the Shah abolished Iran’s two permitted political parties and established a single one in their place, which every adult was required to join.
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Shah abolished Iran's two permitted political parties and established a single one in their place which every adult was required to join in 1975
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Magazine Article
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{
    "date": "1975",
    "action": "established a single party",
    "person": "Shah"
}
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Political Historical
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February 15, 2026 at 2:44 PM (6 months ago)
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February 15, 2026 at 2:44 PM (6 months ago)

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King of Kings: The Iranian Revolution
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https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2025/08/11/king-of-kings-the-iranian-revolution-scott-anderson-book-review

A New Yorker article reviews Scott Anderson's book, "King of Kings," examining the Iranian Revolution. The review explores the role of key figures like the Shah and Khomeini, and considers counterfactuals about the revolution's causes.

Iran Iranian Revolution Shah of Iran Ruhollah Khomeini Book Review History Politics

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