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By Leigh Catherine Miles
Editor, Iran Election Bulletin

Dear Reader,

The National Democratic Institute, in partnership with the Century Foundation, is pleased to introduce a new bi-weekly publication: the Iran Election Bulletin. At a time of increasing international debate on the future of relations with Iran, the Bulletin will provide analysis and information on the domestic political debate in Iran as the Republic prepares for presidential elections in June.

The Bulletin will include articles and analysis on Iranian domestic and electoral politics and review hot topics appearing in the Iranian media. “Voices from Iran” will include articles and first-person accounts written by Iranians, either currently living in Iran or recently expatriated, who provide their unique perspective on politics and elections.

This first edition seeks to set the pre-election scene as different factions jockey for position. Future editions will include an exploration of the various power centers within Iran; the major political parties; election administration; campaigning and electioneering; voting and public attitudes toward the elections; and issues that are figuring prominently in political rhetoric and public debate.

I hope you enjoy reading the Iran Election Bulletin, and welcome your feedback, comments and questions as we launch this new publication.

Sincerely,
Leigh Catherine Miles
Editor

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Published on Feb. 26, 2009