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Unnamed Iranian Uber Driver

Background​

  • Uber driver in Austin.
  • Originally from Iran; not Muslim or Christian.
  • Spent time in Turkey as part of the refugee process to come to the US.

Perspectives Shared​

  • Stated that a large majority (85%) of Iranians oppose the current government but lack the power/means (guns, organized movement) to effect change against the heavily armed minority (15%) supporting the regime.
  • Expressed frustration with the political situation in Iran.

Interactions​

  • 2025-04-12: Drove Gary Sheng, Lamar Cannon, Danny Mota, and Arpan Gupta. Engaged in a brief political discussion about Iran during the ride.