Obstacles to Democracy
Role of Military and Security Organizations on Election Monitoring Boards
What role does Iran’s military play in elections?
Guardian Council: Budget and Expenditures of the Monitoring Boards
How much does it cost to watch elections?
The Guardian Council Expands Power: Election Monitoring Boards
By controlling access to the elections on the part of potential candidates and the way in which elections are run, the Guardian Council and the supreme leader control both present and future power in Iran.