At the very least, I think he doesn't lie like everyone else." In response to whether Pezeshkian's Azeri Turk background affects his decision, he says: "If he were a non-Turkish candidate, I would not vote." Pezeshkian has often supported the Turk language and issues related to the Tractor FC football team and Lake Urmia. The virality of Pezeshkian's words on social networks may indeed boost enthusiasm and excitement among ethnic groups, potentially increasing voter participation. However, most people who spoke to IranWire expressed that after the massive protests of recent years and the severe repression of demonstrators, they no longer hope for change through elections.
