Staff Reports
Dr. Sheila Nazarian and Hessam Rahimian told viewers on Newsmax’s Finnerty what many in the conservative and Iranian‑American communities already suspect: talk won’t tame Tehran. They argued that strength — not more promises or half‑baked agreements — is what will keep America and our allies safe. Below is their take, why it matters, and what the White House should be hearing from worried voters and activists.
Why they say “force” — and why it resonates
Dr. Sheila Nazarian, a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon turned media commentator, has repeatedly warned that the Iranian regime answers to force more than diplomacy. She has been quoted saying the regime “responds solely to force” and that “the only language this regime understands is force and power.” That blunt view resonates with people who have watched Tehran crush protests, fund terror proxies, and threaten free shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. In plain terms: when your opponent breaks every rule in the book, you stop playing by the book.
Iran Liberty Foundation and the diaspora pressure
Hessam Rahimian, founder of the Iran Liberty Foundation, speaks for many Iranian‑Americans who feel betrayed by quick deals or shaky ceasefires. He’s publicly expressed anger about concessions that could strengthen the regime. These voices matter. Diaspora groups are not background noise — they are voters, donors, and activists who shape congressional pressure and tilt public opinion toward tougher policy. When they’re loud, politicians notice.
Diplomacy vs. strength: the real stakes for U.S. policy
There is a real debate here: negotiate now to stop the bleeding, or keep pressure until Tehran changes behavior. The hawks — including commentators on Newsmax — argue that short deals reward bad actors and invite more aggression. The other side says diplomacy can buy time and reduce risk. Both have points. But let’s be honest: a deal with no verification and no consequences is just a polite way to hand the regime a win. If you want deterrence, you don’t whisper at bullies — you show them you mean it.
Bottom line: demand clarity and consequences
Commentators like Nazarian and activists like Rahimian are not running the policy shop. They are, however, sounding an alarm the White House should not ignore. If the administration pursues a quick accommodation without ironclad verification and real penalties for violations, expect sustained backlash from conservatives and the Iranian‑American community. Call it pressure politics, moral clarity, or plain common sense: strength without recklessness — and consequences without cowardice — is what Americans should demand.
