Author: Yavor
Yavor was born in 1998 in Bulgaria and studies English and German in a high school (Aprilov National High school - opened in 1835). Next year he is going to the university where he wants to study International Relations. Yavor is interested in politics, history, EU, he is a book worm, listens to classical music and wants to travel all around Europe.
#CallBulgaria: Backwards to the Future or On the Train of Unkept Promises
On 26th March, Bulgarians are electing their parliament members. Convened earlier than originally scheduled, as a consequence of prime minister Boyko Borisov’s resignation, the elections are preceded by a campaign that has turned into a real political battle between the major parties in Bulgaria. As an addition, a quite controversial businessman, Veselin Mareshki, whom The New York Times compared to Trump for his provocative statements and intentions for a complete change of the political situation, is also entering the race for Parliament with his party “VOLYA” (WILL). Whether the candidates’ promises are real or just a way to become members of the next Parliament, has to be seen after the elections. What do young people think and expect from it? I asked Ana Maria, Yoan and Maria about the elections and their point of view of the political state in Bulgaria. By loading the video, you agree to Vimeo’s privacy policy.Learn more Load video Always unblock Vimeo More about populism in Bulgaria in the upcoming election can be found here.
Controversy of the Monument
We often hear about the clash of political regimes, be it either in historical movies, documentaries, books or in lectures. Visiting Budapest as participants of the EUSTORY History Camp, we learnt that the city offers a special manifestation of that clash represented with a monument and its location.