“The Islamic Republic of Iran is a symbol of true democracy. All officials including the Leader, President, members of the Islamic Consultative Assembly, city and village councils are elected through the vote of the citizens. The Islamic Republic of Iran has held 27 national elections in 27 years.”

— Mahmoud Ahmadinejad

2005, Address to the United Nations General Assembly (17 September 2005)

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