The leaders of Iran’s Green Movement have on many occasions stressed that one of their key demands is the implementation of the suspended principles and articles of the constitution regarding the rights of people. The consensus that exists on this issue in the reformist camp not only defines the goals and demands of the Green Movement, but also facilitates smoother cooperation among the varying groups in the movement. But this emphasis on the existing constitution also disorients and even angers some extremist factions inside the regime which explains why instead of supporting and welcoming this peaceful and constitutional policy by the opposition, the media affiliated to these extremist groups in the government incites the Green Movement to become radical.

The reality however is that the mere emphasis on implementing the constitution is not sufficient for the life of the protest movement in Iran. In addition to the specific and agreed goals, this movement must have a clear organization to be able to feel confident that the movement is moving in the right direction and that its goals will be met.

One should note that the regime is against any kind of organization or grouping, even if limited, including non-political groups. Under the current circumstances and in view of the intense security driven political atmosphere of the country, it is not possible to organize a political group in the classical sense of the word, and so new ways must be found and utilized to get organized.

Fortunately, the existing strong and widespread popularity of the Green Movement leaders has created a strong connection between the leaders and Green activists but as the movement moves forward, the role of the organized leadership must become more effective and evident.

The three leaders of the movement, i.e. Khatami, Karoubi and Mousavi, each have their own distinct political and social capabilities based on their own personality and character but only by mobilizing all reformist groups and parties, including other effective religious, political and cultural personalities, can they create a powerful and effective organization to establish a long-term leadership for the current movement, and even beyond its current activities.

It appears that now is the time for the three leaders to announce the creation of the grand coalition to implement the constitution, by cooperating with reformist groups, and utilizing the moral support of reformist religious, scientific and political individuals, parties and organizations, and through this prevent the division and dispersion of the body of the protest movement.

The creation of this front can come about through the direct bridging between the leaders and the movement, by filling the organizational vacuum through cooperation and unity, which would solidify the position and role of the leaders.