Mao initially held views similar to a reformist or nationalist. In December, a new reformist, liberal, and democratic constitution was declared. Mousavi ran as an independent Principled Reformist candidate. The socialists preached the inevitability of socialism, but were in practice bureaucratic and reformist. He was opposed to any hint of reformist or nationalistic movements in the Philippines. However, revolutionaries could not simply go over the heads of the leaders of reformist organizations. Bourget eventually succeeded in gaining more influence than the liberal, reformist Institut Canadien. Supporters of both reformist and conservative parties took part in the event. Italia Viva is considered a liberal and reformist party. This was severely condemned by reformist movements. Former reformist president Mohammad Khatami endorsed him. As mayor, he reversed changes made by previous moderate and reformist mayors. Clashes were also noticed in areas with reformist protests. He was beaten by an independent candidate from the reformist, Mohammad Khatami. The family was religious, reformist, and abolitionist.