I'd like to thank the two witnesses for joining us this morning to share their views with us.
I would especially like to thank Dr. Hassan-Yari. The committee invited him here this morning to testify and he took time out from his very busy schedule to come.
Dr. Hassan-Yari, last week, you delivered a speech in which you claimed that the presidential elections were a turning point for Iran and where you asked the question: Is dialogue with Tehran possible? We know that tomorrow is election day in Iran.
My first question concerns the vulnerability of the institutions you spoke of earlier. What changes would the election of Mr. Hassan Moussavi bring about, considering the importance of Iran's religious council? As president, what kind of power would he wield in the face of the Supreme Leader?