Former minister Rumyana Bachvarova stated that the East-West divide is the most serious topic of the current presidential campaign, speaking during an appearance on the “Oporni Hora” broadcast. Bachvarova serves as a member of the Initiative Committee backing the presidential candidacy of Andrey Gyurov and Georgi Kandev.
Power Concentration Concerns and Government Synchronization
According to Bachvarova, the political moment requires that voters avoid choosing a president from the same political group as the prime minister to prevent a concentration of power. She argued that statements coming from the prime minister currently create public confusion in society. Until now we have been walking in one direction, and Rumen Radev tells us that this is not exactly the direction, and Bachvarova warned that if he has the support of one more institution and has so much power in his hands, he can make that decision unilaterally. She pointed out that Mrs. Iotova has very closely and accurately synchronized with the positions of the government.
Did You Know? Rumyana Bachvarova participates in the Initiative Committee supporting the presidential bid of Andrey Gyurov alongside Georgi Kandev.
Response to Pardoning Allegations in the Electoral Race
Addressing accusations made by “We Continue the Change” leader Assen Vassilev, who claimed that the president and presidential candidate Iliana Iotova pardoned convicted drug dealer Ognyan Atanasov 10 years ahead of schedule, Bachvarova urged patience. She maintained that let us hear Mrs. Iotova’s answer and then everyone can form their opinion. Furthermore, she emphasized that neither the initiative committee nor candidate Gyurov has the goal to use such an approach in the pre-election battle.
Unifying the Right and Defining Bulgaria’s Future Path
When asked by Ganiela Angelova whether Gyurov will manage to unite the fragmented right, Bachvarova expressed hope that he will be convincing enough to give an opportunity and arguments to all right-wing people to support him. She stressed that voters will realize their strength through their vote, when it is given by conscience. For that reason, Bachvarova noted, it is very important that the candidates in this battle outline their mission as they see it in the next five years, so that people can also orient themselves where we are going, with whom, in what direction the development of Bulgaria is.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rumyana Bachvarova’s role in the presidential election?
She is a member of the Initiative Committee supporting the presidential candidacy of Andrey Gyurov and Georgi Kandev.
What did Bachvarova identify as the most serious topic of the campaign?
According to her statements on “Oporni Hora,” the East-West divide represents the most serious theme of the presidential campaign.
How did Bachvarova respond to Assen Vassilev’s accusations against Iliana Iotova?
She stated that the public should wait to hear Iotova’s response to the allegations regarding a premature pardon before forming an opinion, adding that her camp’s campaign strategy relies on different methods.
How will right-wing voters respond to calls for political consolidation ahead of the vote?
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