Gauging Hassan Rouhani's Power to Reform Iran

The video discusses Eli Lake's views on Iran's political landscape, emphasizing the limited power of the Iranian president compared to the unelected supreme leader. It explores the political platforms of candidates Rouhani and Andrassy, highlighting their differences within the constraints of the Iranian Islamic Republic. The video also reviews Rouhani's track record in engaging with the West, despite the overarching influence of the supreme leader.

What does Eli Lake believe about the power dynamics in Iran?

• The supreme leader is the real power holder.

• The parliament has the most influence.

• The president holds the ultimate power.

• The military controls the government.

How does the West perceive Rouhani according to the discussion?

• As a radical extremist.

• As a moderate reformer.

• As a conservative leader.

• As an unelected official.

What is a key characteristic of the platforms offered by Rouhani and Andrassy?

• Both are conservative.

• Both are liberal.

• They are identical in every aspect.

• They are different but within the Islamic Republic's limits.

What has Rouhani been able to achieve despite the supreme leader's stance?

• Engagement with Western countries.

• Military expansion.

• Complete independence from the supreme leader.

• Total economic reform.

What remains uncertain about Rouhani's future actions?

• His ability to engage with the East.

• His influence beyond the supreme leader's control.

• His stance on environmental policies.

• His plans for military development.