What Is Happening In Iran's Presidential Election

CAMPAIGN RALLY: Supporters of Mir-Hossein Mousavi use a banner of him, left, and former President Mohammad Khatami to toss a man into the air. Critics say a win by Mahmoud Ahmadinejad could further isolate Iran internationally. Kamran Jebreili, Associated Press

In Iran, Disparate, Powerful Forces Ally Against Ahmadinejad -- L.A Times

Once rivals, reformists and conservatives among Iran's elite have formed a formidable front with the aim of ousting the president at the polls.

Reporting from Tehran -- Powerful reformists and conservatives within Iran's elite have joined forces to wage an unprecedented behind-the-scenes campaign to unseat President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, worried that he is driving the country to the brink of collapse with populist economic policies and a confrontational stance toward the West.

The prominent figures have put their considerable efforts behind the candidacy of reformist Mir-Hossein Mousavi, who they believe has the best chance of defeating the hard-line Ahmadinejad in the presidential election Friday and charting a new course for the country.

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More News On Iran's Presidential Election

Rural Iran May Shift Its Loyalty -- Washington Post
In Iran, Ahmadinejad opponent sees surge of enthusiasm -- Christian Science Monitor
Cleric suing Ahmadinejad for 'slander' -- Washington Times
Iran's presidential candidate seeks votes by campaigning with wife -- The Telegraph
Iran poll debate sparks clashes -- Al AJzeera
Can Iran’s young ring the changes? -- Times Online
Even football is political as election fever grips Iranians -- The Guardian
Iran: Bloggers react to fiery presidential debate -- Global Voices

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