In a meeting with a group of artists and journalists yesterday, Khatami said “if this suggestion (referendum) is rejected, it practically means that all legal ways have been blocked for the people, and this will lead to the development of conditions not in the interest of the regime.”
“This suggestion is completely legal and can guarantee the survival of the regime. Therefore, in a situation like this, it is best for this suggestion to be accepted.”
July 22, 2009