Video - Panel Discussion September 28, 2008 - With Respect to Iran and the West: An Interface of Politics and Religion
On Sunday, September 28, 2008, The Oslo Center - US Foundaton held a panel discussion at Augsburg College exploring how the nuances of cultural and religious differences affect the political relationship between Iran and the West, with the premise that informed and respectful dialog can reduce international tensions. In addition to Mr. Bondevik, panelists included: The Right Reverend John Bryson Chane, Eighth Bishop of Washington; Dr. William Beeman, University of Minnesota professor of Anthropology; and Imam Makram El-Amin, Masjid An-Nur Mosque.
This movie is best viewed in Internet Explorer. It is approximately 1 hour and 55 minutes long.
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