How did Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, who left a deep mark on Iranian politics, attracted attention with his populist rhetoric and is known for his controversial statements in the world, rise and fall from grace in Iran? When he assumed the presidency in 2005, he created a conservative wave against reformists. He gained popularity with his image as a man of the people, but his harsh policies, economic crises, disagreements with Imam Khamenei and oppressive administration gradually made him fall out of favor with both reformists and conservatives. So, was Ahmadinejad truly a hero of the people or a product of political populism? In this video, we examine the rise and fall of one of Iran's most controversial leaders.
The son of a blacksmith father, Ahmadinejad emerged from the slums of Tehran and gained the support of the poor with his modest lifestyle and anti-elitist rhetoric. He expanded his political base by focusing on social projects during his term as mayor of Tehran. However, things changed during his presidency. In his first term, he attracted international criticism with his radical reforms, harsh foreign policy moves and statements denying the Holocaust. In the 2009 elections, allegations of irregularities and the emergence of the Green Movement led to major protests across the country. Reformists organized mass demonstrations against Ahmadinejad’s oppressive rule, but the regime suppressed the demonstrations harshly. The biggest turning point was the tension he experienced with religious and revolutionary leader Khamenei. In his second term, he lost the support of his conservative base as he tried to increase his own independent power.
Today, Ahmadinejad is seen as a marginal figure in Iranian politics. His post-presidency candidacy attempts were repeatedly rejected and he remained a figure of opposition within the system. This name, once seen as a hero in the eyes of the people, has now been ostracized by the political system. So, was Ahmadinejad really a hope for the Iranian people, or was the inevitable downfall of a populist leader?
00:00 Introduction
01:02 How did Mahmoud Ahmadinejad rise?
02:34 How did Ahmadinejad's life progress after the revolution?
04:15 What was Ahmadinejad's term as mayor like?
05:52 What was Ahmadinejad's first term as president like?
07:43 What were Ahmadinejad's policies towards universities during his first term?
09:07 What social events occurred when Ahmadinejad was elected to a second term?
10:07 Why did Ali Khamenei and Ahmadinejad fall out?
11:24 How did Ahmadinejad's life progress after his presidency?
12:30 What are Ahmadinejad's populist rhetoric and its reflections on the Iranian people?
13:41 What are Ahmadinejad's jokes?
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