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Presidential candidates pose for a group photo after their first live debate on state TV, in Tehran on May 31.
Presidential candidates pose for a group photo after their first live debate on state TV, in Tehran on May 31.

Live Blog: Presidential Debate In Iran, Round Two

"Persian Letters" blogger Golnaz Esfandiari and RFE/RL editors live-blogged as Iran's eight presidential candidates debated social issues on June 5, in the second of three televised preelection debates. The first debate had focused on the economy but was roundly criticized, even by the candidates themselves, as political pabulum. Make up your own mind as to whether the second installment was any better.

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Haddad Adel made it clear that he doesn't watch soap operas, 'we received reports,".
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Aref: filtering not a solution. There are anti-filtering tools.
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Jalili: The Islamic revolution was an invasion against Western culture. They've created 100 Farsi satellite channels. It demonstrates the force of our culture.
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Jalili: a 25- year old in Bushehr has created a documentary about the nuclear issue. These people need support.
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Presenter announced how much time each candidate has. Rohani asked if candidates are free to give each other time. Apparently the answer is no.

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