Ali 's wife has overcome barriers by being on campaign trail . She vows that women 's vote will count if her husband wins . Most Iranian university students are women , but they are second - class citizens . The running for president has also promised to boost women 's rights .
Candidate 's wife has broken barriers by appearing on campaign trail . She vows that women 's vote will count if her husband wins . Most Iranian university students are women , but they are second-class citizens . Cleric running for president has also promised to boost women 's rights .