I just conducted the first English-language-news-outlet interview with leading Iranian dissident and human-rights activist Akbar Ganji since the Iranian uprising began. It’s here, at the Washington Independent. A highlight:

What does Ganji think of President Obama’s statements about Iran? “From my perspective, Obama has so far said he won’t meddle in Iran’s internal situation, and that’s a good, good approach,” Ganji said, but he added, “He cannot stay silent on human rights issues.” Clearly, Ganji thinks the Obama administration isn’t striking the right balance between non-intervention and humanitarian concerns. But that’s not to say that more active American support is welcome…

Read the whole thing.