Research Objective:  The aim of this research is to critically examine the statements made by the candidates in the thirteenth presidential election of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Research Methodology: The method employed in this study is critical discourse analysis using Norman Fairclough's approach. Accordingly, at the descriptive level, discourse is examined at three micro-levels (discourse as text). At this level, discourse elements such as vocabulary, polarity, metaphors or implications, and overall coherence are investigated. At the interpretive level, discourse is analyzed at the meso-level (discourse as process).
Findings: Based on the findings, the discourse of the candidates has been examined in economic, socio-cultural, and political dimensions, as well as their ideological orientation and executive backgrounds. The candidates' discourses in these debates have been categorized into two ideological streams: "revolutionary" and "reformist."
Discussion and Conclusion: The results indicate that the focal points of the revolutionary discourse revolve around criticism of the Rouhani administration and reformists, belief in internal power and reliance on domestic capabilities, a jihad-oriented approach to solving people's issues, social justice, and more. Reformist candidates, on the other hand, emphasize the necessity of engaging with the outside world, civil liberties, and other related topics.