| Abstrakt: |
The article discusses the recent elections in Iran and highlights the declining democratic nature of the regime. It explains that past elections in Iran were relatively competitive, but the Guardian Council, appointed by the Supreme Leader, had the power to veto legislation and disqualify candidates, limiting the impact of these elections. Over time, elections became more manipulated and less competitive, with elected bodies becoming increasingly irrelevant. The article also notes that voter participation has declined, and the regime's efforts to misrepresent turnout have been unsuccessful. The upcoming elections are expected to have low turnout, and the regime will use tactics to increase participation. Overall, the article suggests that Iran's elections are losing their effectiveness in creating the illusion of public participation and coopting elites, and the regime is relying more on repression to maintain control. [Extracted from the article] |
