Mousavi ran as a reformist who said he would strive for greater freedom of the press, more rights for women, and fewer restrictions on the private lives of Iranians. He also hinted at more flexibility in negotiations with the United States.
穆萨维作为一个改革派来参与本次竞选，表示自己将为争取更多的新闻自由，妇女的更大权益和减少对伊朗人私生活的限制而奋斗。他还暗示将在对美谈判时采取更为灵活的立场。