Iranian women and youth are disaffected by the Rouhani regime

Reuters, 5 February 2016

people are disillusioned about the upcoming elections, desperate for reform but losing hope in Rouhani and his promise of a freer society.

Roihani won the presidency in 2013, bolstered by the support of many women and young people who were encouraged by his promises that Iranians deserved to live in free country and have the rights enjoyed by other people around the world.

“I am not going to make the same mistake twice. I have decided not to vote,” said Setareh, a university graduate in the northern city of Rasht. “I voted for Rouhani - was he able to improve my situation? No.”